Primary Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education staffing agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant for mainstream primary schools in Sheffield. The role involves supporting children, encouraging positive behavior, and assisting with academic skills. Ideal candidates are friendly, patient and have a background in childcare or education. The position offers part-time, full-time, and flexible schedules, which is perfect for those studying related fields. Experience in childcare is valuable, and applicants with a driving license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare, youth work, tutoring, mentoring or volunteering is beneficial.
• A genuine interest in working in education and supporting children’s wellbeing.
• A driving license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children during lessons to help them stay focused and engaged.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Working with the class teacher to create a welcoming, safe learning environment.
• Helping children with reading, writing, phonics and other key skills.
• Supporting group activities, creative tasks and outdoor learning.

Skills

Childcare experience

Mentoring

Positive attitude

Patience

Job description

Yorkshire and Humber/ temporary / £90 - 100 per day

Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary Schools Across Sheffield

If you’re someone who enjoys working with children, brings patience and positivity to each day, and wants to make a real difference in the classroom, this could be a brilliant opportunity for you. Primary schools across Sheffield are looking for supportive, reliable Teaching Assistants to join their teams.

Location: Sheffield
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time / Flexible
Ages: 4–11 (EYFS – KS2)

A Great Role to Support Your Studies (if you are after part‑time flexible work to gain expereince)

This position works particularly well alongside university or college courses such as Psychology, Education, Counselling, Law, Sociology, Health & Social Care, or similar fields. You’ll gain practical, hands‑on experience that brings your learning to life and looks fantastic on a CV if you’re interested in teaching, support work, social care or child‑focused professions.

Or Teaching Assistant positions can be long term and full‑time for the right person.

About the Role

You’ll be supporting children in a mainstream primary setting, helping them engage in class activities, build confidence, and feel happy and supported at school. Every school is different, but your day may involve a mix of classroom support, small‑group work, and helping pupils who need a little extra encouragement.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting children during lessons to help them stay focused and engaged

Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence

Working with the class teacher to create a welcoming, safe learning environment

Helping children with reading, writing, phonics and other key skills

Supporting group activities, creative tasks and outdoor learning

Being a calm, reassuring presence for children who need it

Who We’re Looking For

Someone friendly, patient and confident around young children

Experience in childcare, youth work, tutoring, mentoring or volunteering is really helpful

People from care or support backgrounds often excel in this role too

A genuine interest in working in education and supporting children’s wellbeing

A positive attitude and a willingness to learn on the job

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same and where you’ll get to be part of those small but meaningful moments in a child’s school life.

Driving License Preferred

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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