Teaching Assistant: SEND & Classroom Support (Term-Time)

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Goldthorpe, is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term maternity cover starting December 2026. The role is based at Sacred Heart and operates on a Federation Contract.

The post is 31.25 hours per week, term time only plus 2 inset days. The successful candidate will support children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities and assist across classes throughout the school, contributing to a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities desirable.
• Ability to support across different year groups and activities.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities.
• Assist across classes throughout the school and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Job description

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Goldthorpe, is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term maternity cover starting December 2026. The role is based at Sacred Heart and operates on a Federation Contract.

The post is 31.25 hours per week, term time only plus 2 inset days. The successful candidate will support children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities and assist across classes throughout the school, contributing to a positive learning environment.