About this job

Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Wakefield & Kirklees (September Start)

We're a busy education recruitment agency seeking enthusiastic, reliable Unqualified Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream primary schools in Wakefield and Kirklees. These roles start in September and are perfect for individuals who want to begin a career in education, gain hands‑on school experience, and make a positive impact on children's learning.

The Role

- Classroom support - helping teachers deliver engaging lessons
- Work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, adapting to different year groups as needed
- Support children with additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech & language needs and social‑emotional needs
- Provide 1:1 and small‑group support
- Help create a calm, positive learning environment
- Build solid relationships with pupils and staff

What We're Looking For

- No formal qualifications required - just passion, reliability and a willingness to learn
- Experience with children (school, nursery, youth work, sports coaching or personal experience) is beneficial
- Confidence supporting pupils with SEND
- Flexibility to work across different classes and schools
- Strong communication and a nurturing approach
- Availability for September start dates

What You'll Gain

- Regular work across welcoming Wakefield & Kirklees primary schools
- Training and guidance from an experienced recruitment team




- Opportunities to develop skills in SEND, behaviour support and classroom practice
- Competitive daily rates
- A pathway into long‑term roles or future teaching assistant qualifications

If you're ready to start your journey in education and support children to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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