Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Sheffield. The position promises full-time hours during term time, starting in September, and focuses on supporting students aged 7 to 11 in their educational journey. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• A good standard of education is typically required, including GCSEs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and delivering engaging lessons.
• Support students with learning in small groups or one-on-one.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and manage behavior.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Support for learning activities

Engagement

Education

GCSEs in English and Math

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Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant, Sheffield

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Sheffield, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

• Location: Sheffield
• Contract: Full Time hours - term time only
• Start: September Start

GSL Education is in search of a Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to fill a post at one of our client Primary Schools in Sheffield. A Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teaching Assistant (TA) plays a crucial role in supporting the education and development of children aged 7 to 11 years in primary schools.

Job summary:

• Help prepare and deliver lessons, ensuring they are engaging and accessible for all students.
• Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce learning, provide additional explanations, and assist with tasks.
• Support the teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment, managing behavior, and ensuring classroom routines are followed.

Role of a Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant:

• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Support students with their learning activities.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support where needed.
• Encourage students to participate, stay focused, and strive for their best.

The successful candidate will:

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Prior experience working with children in an educational setting is highly valued.
• Generally, a good standard of education is required, typically including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Math.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for education and helping children succeed.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in ‘ Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant ’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.