Teaching assistant

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible Options Available)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with proven experience working within UK primary schools? We are seeking a passionate individual to join our welcoming and supportive primary school in Rotherham, where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils across the primary age range, working closely with class teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences and provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups. You will help create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that enables all children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Essential Requirements

1. Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school.

2. Strong understanding of the UK National Curriculum.

3. Experience supporting pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities.

4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

5. Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

6. A proactive, flexible, and professional approach to supporting learning.

7. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable Requirements

8. Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3).

9. Experience supporting pupils with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, or speech and language needs.

10. Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.

11. Experience delivering intervention programmes in literacy and numeracy.

What We Offer

12. A welcoming and supportive school community.

13. Dedicated leadership team committed to staff development.

14. Opportunities for ongoing professional training and career progression.

15. A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children’s lives.

16. Competitive rates of pay.

If you are an experienced UK-based Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children succeed, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that is committed to inspiring young minds and shaping bright futures.