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 workplace
Build strong 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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