Teaching Assistant for Primary
Locations: Sheffield and Barnsley, South Yorkshire
About Us:
Our schools are committed to fostering inclusive and stimulating learning environments where every child is supported to achieve their potential. As a Teaching Assistant for all key stages, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work with students of varying ages and abilities, helping them excel academically and personally.
Job Description:
As a Teaching Assistant for all key stages, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, primary, and secondary settings.
- Working one-on-one or with small groups of students to reinforce learning and provide targeted support.
- Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behavior.
- Supporting students with additional needs, including SEN, to ensure they can access the curriculum effectively.
- Preparing and organizing resources to enhance classroom learning.
- Providing feedback to teachers on student progress and participation.
- Creating a safe and welcoming environment where all students feel valued and encouraged to thrive.
Qualifications:
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent).
- Experience working across different key stages (preferred but not essential).
- A strong understanding of the national curriculum and age-appropriate strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, adaptability, and a passion for working with children and young people.
- An understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
Benefits:
- Opportunities to work across a range of educational settings and age groups.
- Access to professional development and training programs.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Join Us:
If you’re an enthusiastic and adaptable Teaching Assistant ready to make a positive impact at all key stages, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join our dedicated teams in Sheffield and Barnsley.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.