EAL Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 09 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £88.92 to £110 per day |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 16 December 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AA |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | PR-1472961_1765295097 |
Summary
Do you thrive in a dynamic, inclusive educational environment?
Do you possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
Are you seeking a flexible, part-time role starting in the New Year?
The Role of the EAL Teaching Assistant
The school is seeking an exceptional and dedicated EAL (English as an Additional Language) Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant and diverse secondary school environment within the city of Leeds. This is an essential part-time position, spanning three days a week, with the successful candidate starting in January. The role focuses on providing specialist support to students who are new to English or require additional assistance to access the full curriculum.
About the School
The role is based at a highly respected and dynamic secondary school located in Leeds. This institution is renowned for its inclusive ethos and commitment to fostering a supportive environment for all students, celebrating the rich diversity brought by its global community. The school is a large, forward-thinking academy dedicated to achieving the highest standards of education and providing diverse opportunities for its pupils. It prioritises the well-being and academic success of all learners, with a strong focus on supporting students with additional language needs.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with EAL students in a school setting.
- Knowledge of the National Curriculum and its application to EAL learners.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in supporting the development of literacy and comprehension skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with students and staff.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of different language acquisition methodologies.
- High level of adaptability and flexibility.
- Delivering focused one-to-one and small group interventions to develop English language proficiency.
- Assisting classroom teachers in differentiating materials to make lessons accessible for EAL students.
- Supporting students' cultural and linguistic transition into the school environment.
- Creating and adapting engaging learning resources tailored to EAL learners' needs.
- Monitoring and recording student progress in English language acquisition.
- Promoting the inclusion and integration of EAL students into the wider school community.
- Communicating effectively with parents/guardians regarding student development.
- Assisting with assessment and tracking of EAL student attainment.
- Providing in-class support across various subjects as required.
- Participating in relevant staff meetings and training sessions.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a EAL Teaching Assistant. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.