Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses

Referral scheme: up to £100

Market leading rates of pay

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Sheffield is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 2 pupils. The role involves assisting learning, collaborating with the class teacher, and helping maintain a positive classroom environment. Immediate start for a day-to-day temporary assignment.

The ideal candidate has KS2 experience, a solid grasp of the Primary Curriculum, and reliable, proactive communication skills to engage pupils effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school or educational setting.
• Experience supporting pupils within Key Stage 2 / KS2.
• A good understanding of the Primary Curriculum.
• Strong communication and classroom support skills.
• A positive and proactive approach.
• Adaptability and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning and work alongside the class teacher.
• Help create a positive and engaging classroom environment.

Skills

KS2 experience

Primary Curriculum understanding

Communication skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children in Key Stage 2?

Do you have a positive approach to learning and the ability to engage primary-aged pupils?

Are you adaptable, reliable and confident supporting pupils within the classroom?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a primary school in Sheffield who are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant. The school provides education for primary-aged pupils, with the successful Teaching Assistant working within Key Stage 2 / KS2.

The school is looking to take on a Teaching Assistant on a day-to-day basis with an immediate start. The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils with their learning, work alongside the class teacher and help create a positive and engaging classroom environment.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children in a primary school or educational setting
• Experience supporting pupils within Key Stage 2 / KS2
• A good understanding of the Primary Curriculum
• Strong communication and classroom support skills
• A positive and proactive approach
• Adaptability and reliability

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

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Teaching Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £95 to £105 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: SHEFFIELD

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 1 Oct 2026

Closing date: 31 Oct 2026