KS2 Teaching Assistant - Barnsley

Protocol Education Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking a KS2 Teaching Assistant in Barnsley to help support primary-aged students. In this full-time role, you will work closely with teachers to assist with lessons, help children stay engaged, and foster their confidence. The ideal candidate has experience in a similar role and a calm, encouraging approach. This position provides opportunities for ongoing training and support, making it a rewarding choice for those passionate about education.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Free access to CPD Academy

Ongoing support from a local consultant

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Qualifications

• Must have the appropriate qualifications and training.
• Experience in supporting learning in primary education.
• Ability to engage and encourage children effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS2 in class and small groups.
• Help children access learning and build confidence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider staff team.
• Support routines and behaviour positively.

Skills

Experience working with primary-aged children

Calm and patient approach

Strong relationship-building skills

Team player

Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant – Barnsley

Job Title: KS2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Barnsley
Pay: £89.38–£100 per day
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Start Date: January 2026

Looking for a KS2 TA role where you’re genuinely valued and part of the team?

We’re working with a welcoming primary school in Barnsley who are looking for a reliable and caring KS2 Teaching Assistant to support learning across the classroom. You’ll be helping pupils stay focused, confident, and engaged, both in lessons and small group work.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils across KS2 in class and small groups
• Helping children access learning and build confidence
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider staff team
• Supporting routines, transitions, and behaviour positively

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with primary-aged children
• Brings a calm, patient, and encouraging approach
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Is happy to muck in and be part of a team

What you’ll get with Protocol Education:

• Weekly pay through PAYE
• Free access to our CPD Academy
• Ongoing support from a friendly, local consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

If you enjoy helping children thrive and want a role that makes your days feel worthwhile, this could be a great fit.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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