Teaching Assistant

Unique School Solutions LTD; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Unique School Solutions LTD seeks a Teaching Assistant for a permanent role at a secondary school in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Start ASAP with a permanent contract and DBS checks required. Salary typically £28,608–£29,542 FTE, pro rata £23,908.94–£24,689.53.

Role involves supporting interventions for GCSE goals, group and one-to-one work across KS3/KS4, and assisting in learning and welfare of students including those with special needs under a SENCO.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs or above / equivalent including English & Maths
• Previous experience working with children in a school setting
• The ability to work under own initiative
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and policies
• The ability communicate effectively

Responsibilities

• Working to support interventions with students who required additional mentoring to achieve GCSE
• Supporting students in small groups and individually across KS3 and KS4 as required
• Promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support including those with special needs under the direction of a class teacher/ SENCO

Skills

GCSEs & English/Maths

Experience with children

Independent working

Safeguarding awareness

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Secondary School

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Salary

FTE salary £28,608.00 – £29,542.00, pro rata salary £23,908.94 – £24,689.53

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Permanent

Essential requirements for the role:

• 5 GCSE’s or above / equivalent including English & Maths
• Previous experience working with children in a school setting
• The ability to work under own initiative
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and policies
• The ability communicate effectively

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Working to support interventions with students who required additional mentoring to achieve GCSE
• Supporting students in small groups and individually across KS3 and KS4 as required
• Promote the learning and welfare of students by providing practical and learning support including those with special needs under the direction of a class teacher/ SENCO.

About the School:

• Part of a large Multi-Academy-Trust
• Strong and supportive leadership team
• Opportunity for CPD and progression
• Ofsted rated “Good” for overall effectiveness June 2025

The role is a permanent position, and Unique School Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of the school. We and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If offered the position you must undergo appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check