Primary Teaching Assistant
Job description
Primary Teaching Assistant – Sheffield (S10)
Location: S10 area, Sheffield
Sector: Primary Education (EYFS – KS2)
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Salary: £85– £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time (long-term, with potential for permanent role)
Are you a supportive, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual looking to take the next step in your career within primary education? Teaching Personnel is working closely with welcoming and inclusive primary schools in the S10 area of Sheffield to recruit a Teaching Assistant to support across various year groups.
About the Role:
- Supporting pupils across the primary age range (EYFS to Year 6)
- Working 1:1, in small groups, or within the classroom setting
- Assisting class teachers with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and pupil engagement
- Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
✨ What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting
- A caring and proactive attitude, with a genuine passion for supporting young learners
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Adaptability to work across different year groups and learning needs
- A relevant TA qualification (e.g., Level 2/3) is desirable but not essential
What We Offer:
- Consistent support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to CPD and training via the Teaching Personnel portal
- Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent roles
- A rewarding opportunity to build a career in education and make a real difference
Why S10, Sheffield?
A thriving and community-focused area with great schools, beautiful green spaces, and excellent transport links – the perfect place to develop your career in primary education!
Ready to apply?
Send your CV to joseph.wragg@teachingpersonnel.com
Or call our Sheffield South Branch on 0114 241 3340 to find out more.
We’d love to help you find the right fit!
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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