Primary Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Teaching Assistants Required – Primary Schools (South Sheffield, S2 & Surrounding Areas)

Location: South Sheffield (S2 and surrounding areas)
Position Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in primary education? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting full-time Teaching Assistants to support a range of primary schools across South Sheffield, including the S2 area.

These roles are ideal for individuals passionate about supporting children’s learning, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Opportunities are available for both 1:1 support roles and small group interventions.

The Role:

Support pupils across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 within the classroom
Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
Deliver targeted interventions and small group work
Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging activities
Support pupils with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, and speech and language needs
Help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
We Are Looking For:

Previous experience working with children (school-based or similar)
A passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
A proactive and flexible approach to supporting learning
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA) are desirable but not essential
What We Offer:

Competitive pay rates
A variety of full-time opportunities across local primary schools
Valuable experience supporting SEND pupils
Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
Dedicated support from your local Teaching Personnel consultant
Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent roles
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your experience in education and make a meaningful impact on young learners’ development.

Apply today to join our team and support schools across South Sheffield.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including DBS clearance.

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.

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