KS2 Primary Teaching Assistant

Trust Education Limited; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PAYE Only

Full-Time Position

Dedicated Consultant

CPD Opportunities

Job summary

Trust Education Limited in Barnsley is seeking a dedicated KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school on a full-time basis. You will support learning across KS2, delivering interventions and helping pupils build confidence.

The role offers long-term prospects with potential to become permanent, and provides ongoing professional development and a supportive recruitment team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a UK primary school.
• Teaching Assistant qualification such as CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 desirable.
• Good understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Positive, proactive and reliable approach to supporting children's learning.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 2 classrooms.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to help pupils reach learning goals.
• Assist the class teacher in creating an engaging, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils of mixed abilities, adapting learning where appropriate.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Follow school safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times.
• Use initiative while working effectively as part of the wider school team.

Skills

Teaching experience

Proactive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Barnsley KS2 Teaching Assistant

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in a welcoming Barnsley primary school?

Trust Education is working with a fantastic primary school in Barnsley that is looking to appoint a committed KS2 Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a brilliant opportunity to support pupils through an important stage of their primary education, helping them to grow in confidence and achieve their full potential.

At Trust Education, we pride ourselves on offering a friendly, honest and personable service. With over 40 years of combined experience in education recruitment, we’re passionate about matching great support staff with fantastic schools.

KS2 Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 2 classrooms.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to help pupils reach their learning goals.
• Assist the class teacher in creating an engaging, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils of mixed abilities, adapting learning where appropriate.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Follow school safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times.
• Use initiative while working effectively as part of the wider school team.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (such as CACHE Level 2 or Level 3) is desirable but not essential with suitable experience.
• A good understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• A positive, proactive and reliable approach to supporting children's learning.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Trust Education?

Competitive Pay: (dependent on experience, qualifications and responsibilities)

PAYE Only: No umbrella companies or hidden deductions.

Full-Time Position: A long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent.

Dedicated Consultant: Ongoing support from our experienced education recruitment team.

CPD Opportunities: Access to training and professional development throughout your placement.

If you're looking for a rewarding full-time KS2 Teaching Assistant role in Barnsley and want to join a supportive school where you can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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