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Full-time | Secondary Schools
Wakefield, North Leeds and Central Leeds
Thinking about teaching, but want proper classroom experience first? This role is made for you.
We’re working with a group of supportive secondary schools across Wakefield, North Leeds and Central Leeds who are looking for graduates to step into a hybrid Teaching Assistant and Cover Supervisor role . It’s a full-time position that gives you hands-on experience supporting pupils and leading whole classes, without being thrown in at the deep end.
You’ll be part of the school team, getting to know the pupils, routines, and staff, and building the confidence future teachers need before training.
What the role looks like
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Supporting pupils in lessons as a Teaching Assistant, including SEN and pastoral support
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Stepping up as a Cover Supervisor when needed, delivering pre-set work and keeping learning on track
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Working across KS3 and KS4
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Building strong classroom presence and behaviour management skills
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Being a familiar, trusted face in school, not a different place every day
Why this role is great for future teachers
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Real classroom leadership experience, without lesson planning
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A brilliant insight into secondary school life
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Strong preparation for PGCE, SCITT, or Schools Direct routes
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Confidence-building, practical, and genuinely rewarding
What schools are looking for
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A graduate with a genuine interest in education
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Confident communicators who can engage young people
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Calm, organised, and ready to step up when needed
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Experience with young people is helpful, but not essential
What you’ll get through Protocol Education
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Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
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FREE access to our online CPD Academy
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Ongoing support from a dedicated, local consultant
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Long-term opportunities in schools that value graduates
If you’re not Thrive trained yet, we’ll sort that. Our free Thrive training is highly regarded by schools and gives you extra confidence when supporting behaviour and wellbeing.
If you’re based in Wakefield, North Leeds or Central Leeds and want a role that builds real teaching experience, this is a cracking place to start.
Have a read, tweak it to sound like you, and let me know if you want a shorter version for Indeed or a punchier one for LinkedIn.
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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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Contact Detail:
Protocol Education Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at Protocol Education
✨Know Your Role Inside Out
Before the interview, make sure you understand what a Teaching Assistant and Cover Supervisor does. Familiarise yourself with the responsibilities mentioned in the job description, like supporting pupils and managing behaviour. This will help you answer questions confidently and show that you're genuinely interested in the role.
✨Showcase Your Communication Skills
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll need to engage with young people effectively. Prepare examples of how you've communicated well in past experiences, whether that's through volunteering, tutoring, or any relevant work. Highlight your ability to connect with students and create a positive learning environment.
✨Demonstrate Your Adaptability
In this role, you'll be stepping up as a Cover Supervisor when needed, so it's crucial to show that you're adaptable. Think of times when you've had to adjust quickly to new situations or challenges. Share these stories during your interview to illustrate your readiness to take on different tasks.
✨Ask Thoughtful Questions
At the end of the interview, don’t forget to ask questions! This shows your interest and helps you learn more about the school culture and expectations. You might ask about their approach to supporting SEN students or how they foster a collaborative environment among staff. It’s a great way to leave a lasting impression!
