Secondary Teaching Assistants - Barnsley

Protocol Education Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Barnsley is seeking Secondary Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 11 to 16 with day-to-day supply and long-term placements in secondary schools, offering flexible hours and both full-time or part-time work.

You will collaborate with teachers and support staff to help students engage, stay safe, and reach their potential. The role offers weekly PAYE pay, competitive day rates (£92.63–£100), and access to CPD training through our online Academy.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in schools, youth work, coaching, mentoring, care, or similar settings.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Positive, reliable and adaptable approach.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people and making a difference in education.
• Previous classroom experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students aged 11 to 16 in lessons, small group interventions, or 1:1 support.
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support progress.
• Assisting pupils with additional learning, behavioural, or emotional needs.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment where every student can succeed.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Positive attitude

Adaptable

Experience with children

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistants – Barnsley

Contract: Day-to-day supply and long-term placements
Salary: £92.63- £100 per day
Location: Barnsley

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential? Whether you're looking for the flexibility of day-to-day supply work or the stability of a long-term placement, we have exciting opportunities in secondary schools across Barnsley. Full-time and part-time roles available.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting students aged 11 to 16 in lessons, small group interventions, or on a 1:1 basis
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and positive behaviour in the classroom
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support student progress
• Assisting pupils with additional learning, behavioural, or emotional needs
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment where every student can succeed

Why this role is for you:

Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
Competitive daily rates
Free CPD and training through our online Academy
Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant who understands the Barnsley education market
Opportunities across mainstream secondary schools, SEND provisions, and alternative education settings

What we're looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people, whether in schools, youth work, coaching, mentoring, care, or similar settings
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A positive, reliable, and adaptable approach
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and making a difference in their education
• Previous classroom experience is desirable but not essential

At Protocol Education, we know that Teaching Assistants play a vital role in secondary schools. You help build confidence, support learning, and provide the encouragement students need to thrive. Your contribution makes a real difference every day, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

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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