Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Location: Sheffield
Salary: dependent on experience and qualifications
Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only | Temporary with the opportunity to become permanent
Start Date: September 2026

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Sheffield that is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a genuine difference in the classroom every day.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or have transferable experience working with children, this school offers a fantastic environment where you can develop your skills and progress your career within education.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and creative lessons.

• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.

• Encourage children's confidence, independence and social development.

• Support pupils with varying learning needs, including those with SEND where required.

• Help create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.

• Assist with classroom preparation, resources and daily routines.

• Promote positive behaviour in line with the school's policies.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with primary-aged children in a school, nursery or similar setting.

• Is enthusiastic, patient and passionate about supporting children's learning.

• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

• Is flexible, proactive and able to use their own initiative.

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).

• Has an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one.

Why Apply?

• Join a friendly and supportive primary school with an excellent leadership team.

• Competitive daily rates of pay.

• Opportunity to secure a permanent position.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• A rewarding role where every day is different.

• Dedicated support from your specialist education consultant throughout your placement.

Apply Today

If you're an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a Sheffield primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.