Teaching Assistant

Rotherham-Metropolitan-Borough-Council; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Todwick Primary School in Sheffield is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant to support KS1 or KS2 classes. This permanent role runs term-time only for 22 hours weekly (five mornings 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and two afternoons to 3:15 p.m.).

You will work with the class teacher, provide 1:1 support as needed, assist with resource preparation and classroom displays, and contribute to English and Maths activities. Closing date 20 November 2026, interviews 25 November 2026. Start January 2027.

Qualifications

• Part-time role, 22 hours per week
• Term-time only, mornings and afternoons
• Permanent position
• KS1 or KS2 classes
• Willingness to learn and adapt

Responsibilities

• Support a classroom teacher and children in daily lessons, including 1:1 support for pupils with specific needs
• Work with the teacher to deliver planned learning activities
• Assist with preparation of teaching resources, displays and classroom management

Skills

Passion for children

Dynamic and versatile

Resilient

Classroom cover experience

Time management

Relevant qualifications

Commitment to role

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

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Job profile for Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

location_on Todwick Primary School 20/11/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary SCP 7 to 11 (£27,274 - £29,071) pro-rata Contractual hours 22 Basis Part time Region Sheffield Job category/type Education - Non-Teaching Date posted 04/11/2026 Job reference REQ24347 Attachments attachment Teaching Assistant Job Description.docx attachment Person spec TA (1).doc attachment School Application form and Guidance Notes May 2022.doc

Job description

Todwick Primary School

Kiveton Lane

Todwick

Sheffield

S26 1HJ

Part time Teaching Assistant required for January 2027

Term time only, 22 hours per week Monday to Friday

Five mornings (8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) and two afternoons to 3:15 p.m. (days to be arranged)

There may also be an opportunity for additional casual hours in relation to after school / activity clubs if desired.

The school is seeking to appoint an experienced Level 3, well-motivated, part-time classroom assistant to work in either a KS1 or KS2 class. This is a permanent position.

We are seeking someone who:

• Has a passion for working with and nurturing children’s learning
• Is dynamic, versatile and resilient
• Is experienced and comfortable with covering a class when needed
• Is well-organised with excellent time-management skills
• Has relevant experience/qualifications either completed or commenced
• Can commit fully to the role with a willingness to adapt and learn

Purposes of the job:

To support a classroom teacher and children in daily lessons. This will sometimes involve 1:1 support for children with specific educational needs

To work in partnership with the teacher in the classroom for supporting children’s planned learning activities under an agreed system of supervision.

To advance pupils’ learning in a range of lessons primarily English and mathematics, including working with individuals and small groups.

To support with preparation of teaching resources, displays and all aspects of classroom management.

If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Visits are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office if you would like to come along [e-mail]

Visit/Lookaround date: By appointment – please contact the school office.

Closing date: Friday 20 th November 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 25 th November 2026

Application forms and further details are available on our school website http://todwickps.org/page/vacancies

Head Office
Riverside House
Main Street
Rotherham
S60 1AE