Teaching assistant Work, Jobs in Pontefract (with Salaries)

Learning Support Assistant
Halfpenny lane Junior, infant & Nursery School —Pontefract
- £16,081 - £16,337 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- School
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8d
Learning Supervisor
Carleton High School —Pontefract
- £23,747 - £25,928 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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8d
Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Kitchen support
Little Adventurers Montessori —Allerton Bywater
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- English
- Experience working with children
- Free parking
- Flexitime
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Special Needs Assistant (SNA)
Little Adventurers Montessori —Allerton Bywater
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- English
- Experience working with children
- Free parking
- Flexitime
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SEND Teaching Assistant
Branches Education Group Limited —Leeds
- £27,656.83 - £29,442.09 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Life insurance
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8d
Teaching Assistant
Outcomes First Group —Wakefield
- £25,115.37 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Communication skills
- School
- Employee discount
Teaching Assistant
Source Supply —Doncaster
- £95 - £105 a day
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Referral programme
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4d
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - River Valley School
Five Rivers Child Care Ltd —Rotherham
- £25,313 - £28,223 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Referral programme
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11d
Education Support Worker
Brian Jackson College part of Fresh Futures —Heckmondwike
- £19,027.85 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Teaching Assistant
Hexthorpe Primary School —Doncaster
- £25,989 - £26,824 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- School
5d
Post 16 Teaching Assistant
Sense Education —Leeds
- £94 - £110 a day
- Temporary
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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1d
Pupil Support Assistant
Woodhouse Grove School —Apperley Bridge
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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SEND Teaching Assistant
Keys Children —Doncaster
- £26,228 - £27,593 a year
- Full-time
- Cleaning
- School
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Learning Support Assistant
Horizon Community College —Barnsley
- £13.26 - £13.47 an hour
- Part-time
- Maths
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
Learning Support Practitioner
Askham Bryan College —Wakefield
- £24,768 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Quick apply
12d
Education Support Worker
Broomfield South SILC —Middleton Park
- £27,711 - £30,060 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
Teaching Assistant
Outwood Grange Academies Trust —Wakefield
- £12,293.74 - £12,488.84 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
12d
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Sense Education —Leeds
- £94 - £110 a day
- Temporary
- Experience working with children
- Psychology
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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1d
General Teaching Assistant - EYFS & Year 1
North Yorkshire Council —Hensall
- £13.48 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- School
5d
Teaching Assistant
OneSchool Global United Kingdom —Bishopthorpe
- Part-time
- School
- Referral programme

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Learning Support Assistant

Halfpenny lane Junior, infant & Nursery School
Pontefract

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
£16,081 - £16,337 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Free flu jabs
Company pension
Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

Classroom support tutoring
Experience working with children

Full job description

Make a difference every day – join our fantastic team at Halfpenny Lane! A rewarding role at the heart of our school community

Join our friendly team at Halfpenny lane! We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in the classroom and help create a positive learning environment. Whether you’re new to working in education or looking for a fresh start, we’ll support you every step of the way with full training and support - no school experience required.

What you’ll do:

Support pupils individually or in small groups
Assist teachers with learning activities, interventions and classroom tasks
Encourage positive pupil behaviour and active engagement in lessons
Support pupil’s wellbeing and promote inclusion across the school

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with children, is patient and supportive, and wants to contribute to an inspiring and nurturing school environment.

A role where you can truly make a difference

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a compassionate and dedicated team who work together to ensure that learning is engaging and rewarding for all pupils. If you are enthusiastic, reliable and committed to helping pupils achieve their best, we would love to hear from you.

Contract details:

Permanent position available
27.5 hours per week
Term time plus 2 days (192 working days per year)
Monday - Friday to be worked between the hours of 8:30 to 3:30 final times to be discussed at interview.

Ready to apply?

To apply, complete an application form via our website.

About Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School

At Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School, we don’t just strive for excellence - we live it every day. Recently judged ‘Outstanding in all areas’, our school is ranked in the top 5% nationally for pupil achievement. But what truly sets us apart is our culture: a supportive, ambitious environment where staff feel valued and empowered to make a real difference.

As part of Pontefract Academies Trust, one of the top-performing trusts in the country, we offer fantastic opportunities for professional growth. 88% of our staff recommend us as a great place to work, and 98% would recommend our school to parents - a testament to our positive, collaborative ethos.

If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want to work in a school where your contribution is celebrated, Halfpenny Lane is the place for you.

For further information about our school, please visit our website.

What can we offer you?

Be part of a team that values your wellbeing, development and work–life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from:

Pension scheme: Access to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with a generous employer contribution.
Training and development: Supportive on-the-job training and opportunities to develop your skills and confidence working with children.
Wellbeing support: Free flu vaccinations, free eyecare via Specsavers, and access to a wellbeing package offering physiotherapy and support for health, finance and personal matters.
Family friendly policies: Policies designed to support work–life balance, including flexible approaches to term‑time working.
Cycle to Work scheme: Savings on a bike and accessories while promoting a healthy, greener commute.
Discounts and rewards: Access to discounts including Blue Light Card, gym memberships and major retailers.

You can find more information about staff benefits and what it’s like to work with us in the ‘Working for Us’ booklet and on our website.

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust comprising of nine local schools: seven primary and two secondary, committed to providing the very best education for our children.

We are also excited to be merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our pupils and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts. Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.

We are proud of the positive culture across our schools. In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, we were ranked in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction and received several awards recognising our supportive and values‑driven working environment. Our staff tell us they feel valued, listened to and part of a team that makes a real difference every day.

We’re excited for the future and hope you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow.

Further information

01977 7232146
[email protected]

Pay: £16,081.00-£16,337.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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