KS2 Teaching Assistant

PK Education; Arkwright Town; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in Arkwright Town. The position requires proven success in supporting children with literacy and numeracy. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, patient, and able to work as part of a team, building positive relationships. This is a full-time, fixed-term role starting in February, offering competitive pay based on experience. Ongoing support and development will be provided.

Benefits

Ongoing support from local consultant

Professional development guidance

Long-term placement opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within KS2.
• Demonstrated results in supporting literacy and numeracy.
• Willingness to obtain relevant safeguarding and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS2 with a focus on literacy and numeracy.
• Deliver targeted interventions to individuals and small groups.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to support learning objectives.
• Help track progress and support attainment.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience in KS2

Supporting literacy and numeracy

Teamwork

Positive relationship building

Patience and enthusiasm

Job description

Job Title: Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Chesterfield area
Contract: Fixed-term (February - end of the academic year)
Hours: Full-time, term-time
Start Date: February
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

PK Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school to recruit a Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant for a long-term role starting in February and running until the end of the school year.
The school is seeking a committed and experienced Teaching Assistant who has proven success supporting children with literacy and numeracy, helping pupils make measurable progress and build confidence in their learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across KS2 with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy development
• Delivering targeted interventions to individuals and small groups
• Working closely with the class teacher to support learning objectives
• Helping to track progress and support attainment
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working within KS2
• Can demonstrate proven results in supporting literacy and numeracy
• Is patient, enthusiastic and passionate about helping children succeed
• Works well as part of a team and builds positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Holds (or is willing to obtain) relevant safeguarding and DBS checks

Why Work with PK Education

Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant

Honest communication and long-term placement opportunities

Guidance with compliance and professional development

Apply Now

If you're a Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding KS2 role where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

PK Education – Sheffield Office
St James House,
Vicar Lane,
Sheffield, S1 2EX
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