Teaching Assistant - Sheffield

TeachMatch; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education professionals is looking for passionate Teaching Assistants in Sheffield. You will provide essential support in classrooms, helping pupils with their academic and emotional growth. The roles offer flexibility in hours, with options for day-to-day, short-term, and long-term assignments. Ideal candidates should be committed, reliable, and have relevant qualifications. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and provides competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Ongoing support from recruitment specialists

Competitive pay rates

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working as a teaching assistant in a school setting.
• Ability to support the academic and emotional needs of pupils.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support for pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Assist teachers with lesson plans and delivery.
• Monitor and document pupil progress while communicating with staff and parents.

Skills

Personalised pupil support

Behaviour management

Lesson delivery support

Communication with parents and teachers

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Relevant teaching assistant qualification

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Day-to-Day, Short-Term and Long-Term Roles

Salary: £90 - £105 per day

Location: Sheffield

About Teach Match Recruitment

Teach Match Recruitment specialises in placing skilled education professionals into supportive school environments. We are currently recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants for day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover in schools across Sheffield. If you are a committed Teaching Assistant seeking flexible or consistent work with opportunities for career development, this could be the ideal opportunity.

Why Work with Teach Match Recruitment?

• Dedicated Consultant: Ongoing support from your own recruitment specialist.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Fair daily pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Exclusive School Partnerships: Access to high-quality Teaching Assistant vacancies across Sheffield.
• Professional Development: Continuous training and CPD opportunities to help you progress as a Teaching Assistant.

Job Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic, reliable Teaching Assistants to support our partner schools in Sheffield. These roles include day-to-day supply, short-term assignments and long-term placements. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support for pupils, assisting with behaviour, emotional regulation and academic progress.
• Support teachers with lesson delivery and adapt activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to promote engagement and stability in the classroom.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating effectively with teachers, parents and external agencies.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure consistent provision.
• Follow all safeguarding procedures to maintain the safety and wellbeing of every pupil.