Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 3DX |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 2ba1919f-ce7f-40a0-9e3f-255106e54629 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
At Rook’s Nest Academy we believe that our pupils deserve to learn within a rich, inclusive and stimulating environment, which has high expectations for all. We work together to challenge, motivate and inspire our children to become independent, enthusiastic and resilient.
We are seeking to appoint a committed, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children’s learning and development. Working in a school environment you will find that no two days are the same, but every day is meaningful and you can make a real difference to our pupils and their educational experience.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils both in and out of the classroom. You will help create a safe, engaging learning experience where every child can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Supporting learning activities for individuals and small groups
• Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
• Encouraging pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Supporting children with additional learning needs where required
• Supervising pupils during activities, break times, and school trips
• Promoting positive behaviour and safeguarding at all times
We are looking for someone who:
• Enjoys working with children and is passionate about education
• Is patient, caring, and reliable
• Has good communication and teamwork skills
• Can use initiative and adapt to the needs of different pupils
• Has relevant experience working with children or caring for children
• Holds a relevant qualification or is willing to work towards one
What the school offers its staff
We Offer:
• A friendly and supportive school community
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children’s lives
• Supportive leadership and a positive working environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
At Rook’s Nest Academy we believe that our pupils deserve to learn within a rich, inclusive and stimulating environment, which has high expectations for all. We work together to challenge, motivate and inspire our children to become independent, enthusiastic and resilient.
We are seeking to appoint a committed, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children’s learning and development. Working in a school environment you will find that no two days are the same, but every day is meaningful and you can make a real difference to our pupils and their educational experience.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils both in and out of the classroom. You will help create a safe, engaging learning experience where every child can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Supporting learning activities for individuals and small groups
• Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
• Encouraging pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Supporting children with additional learning needs where required
• Supervising pupils during activities, break times, and school trips
• Promoting positive behaviour and safeguarding at all times
We are looking for someone who:
• Enjoys working with children and is passionate about education
• Is patient, caring, and reliable
• Has good communication and teamwork skills
• Can use initiative and adapt to the needs of different pupils
• Has relevant experience working with children or caring for children
• Holds a relevant qualification or is willing to work towards one
What the school offers its staff
We Offer:
• A friendly and supportive school community
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children’s lives
• Supportive leadership and a positive working environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.