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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Blackgates Primary Academy · Wakefield · Leeds

Job description

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and nurturing school community. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting children to achieve their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and development. You will help to remove barriers to learning, ensuring all children can access the curriculum and thrive within a safe and supportive environment.

You will provide support across the classroom, including one-to-one support and small group interventions, helping pupils build confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide general classroom support to teachers and pupils
Support pupils’ learning in literacy, numeracy and the wider curriculum
Work with individual pupils and small groups, including pupils with SEND
Assist with pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development
Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies
Prepare classroom areas and learning resources as directed
Support assessment, monitoring and recording of pupil progress
Supervise pupils during breaktimes and lunchtimes
Accompany pupils and staff on educational visits where required
Ensure safeguarding, welfare and inclusion remain a priority at all times

We are looking for someone who is positive, enthusiastic and committed to supporting pupils’ learning, and can build caring, professional relationships with children and adults. A good general standard of education, particularly in English and Maths, is required. Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.

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About this school

Blackgates Primary Academy

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 2–11

Not rated
Pupils
246
Avg teacher salary
£51,009
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.6:1
Academy trust
LEODIS ACADEMIES TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Wakefield, Leeds, WF3 1QQ

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Salary
£19,223.00 Annually (Actual)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
10 June 2026
Closing date
29 June 2026

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