Teaching Assistant

Barnsley Business Innovation Centre Limited; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children's learning and classroom organization at Cawthorne CE (VC) Primary School. The role involves working closely with teachers to foster inclusive education and positive relationships with students and parents. This fixed-term position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade A-C, including English and Maths, or equivalent.
• Desirable: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience with children with Speech and Language difficulties is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning as directed by the class teacher.
• Assist in daily classroom organization and supervise children during lunch times.
• Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, and parents.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Education

4 GCSEs at Grade A-C, including English and Maths

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

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Job Details

• Position: Teaching Assistant – Grade 3
• Hours per week: 31 hours (term time only plus 2 INSET days)
• Location: Cawthorne CE (VC) Primary School, Taylor Hill, Cawthorne, Barnsley S75 4HB
• Start Date: 01.09.2025
• Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2026
• Salary: Grade 3, £24,790 to £25,183 pro rata
• Working hours: 8:50 am – 3:30 pm (6 hours 10 minutes per day)
• Closing date: Monday, 3rd June 2025, 12:00 noon
• Interview week: commencing 9th June 2025

Role Responsibilities

The appointed Teaching Assistant will support children’s learning as directed by the class teacher, assist in daily classroom organization, and supervise children during lunch times. The role requires a passionate approach to inclusive education, building positive relationships with staff, pupils, and parents, and establishing effective learning behaviors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade A-C, including English and Maths, or equivalent
• Desirable: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working with children with Speech and Language difficulties or delivering speech programmes is advantageous

Additional Information

We are committed to staff development and safeguarding children. All applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks, including DBS clearance, and must adhere to safeguarding policies. Cawthorne CE (VC) Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.