Ex‑Police, NHS & Social Care: Your Next Career Starts in Kirklees Schools
JOB_53825874781173Job type
TemporaryLocation
BatleyWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Secondary TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
To Scale
Ex‑Police, NHS & Social Care: Your Next Career Starts in Kirklees Schools
Ex‑Police, NHS & Social Care – Kirklees Schools Need You!
Cover Supervisors & Teaching Assistants – Batley & Huddersfield
Day‑to‑Day & Long‑Term Roles with Hays Education
Are you ready for a career change that actually makes a difference? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments and love supporting people? If so… local secondary schools want YOU this term!
♂️⚕️ Who We’re Looking For
We’re especially keen to speak with people from:
- Ex‑Police & Emergency Services
- NHS & Healthcare
- Social Workers & Youth Services
- Prisons, Probation & Secure Settings
- Care Homes & Support Work
If you’ve worked with the public, handled challenging situations, or supported vulnerable people — your skills are perfect for the classroom.
Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support
Work with students aged 11–16, supporting teachers with:
- Behaviour management
- Creating a calm, positive learning environment
- 1:1 support for students who need extra guidance
- Building trust and confidence with young people Your presence, patience and communication skills matter more than school experience.
Cover Supervisor
Step into the classroom and keep learning on track by:
- Delivering pre‑planned lessons in the teacher’s absence
- Managing behaviour and keeping students focused
- Leading the class with confidence — no subject expertise needed!
If you can stay calm, take charge and engage a room, you’ll thrive here.
Why Now?
We’re entering the busiest term of the year, and demand for strong, reliable support staff is at its peak. If you’re considering a new direction and feel inspired by helping young people succeed, this is the perfect moment to jump in.
What Hays Education Offers
- Flexible day‑to‑day, short‑term & long‑term roles
- Competitive pay
- Training & ongoing support
- A dedicated consultant who understands your background
- A chance to make a real impact in local schools
✨ Ready for a rewarding new chapter?
If you’re inspired by supporting children and want a career where your experience truly counts, I’d love to speak with you.
Let’s get you into a role where you can shine.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Ex‑Police, NHS & Social Care: Your Next Career Starts in Kirklees SchoolsJOB_538258747811732026-03-202026-06-18
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