Job description

Looking for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary) in Doncaster!

Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping young children grow in confidence and achieve their best? A welcoming primary school in Doncaster is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join their team.

About the Role:

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary), you will work closely with class teachers to support learning across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. You will provide classroom support, deliver small group interventions, assist pupils who need additional help and encourage positive behaviour throughout the school day. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally.

About the School:

This inclusive primary school provides a nurturing and supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Staff work collaboratively to create engaging lessons, promote positive relationships and ensure pupils feel valued, safe and ready to learn.

Responsibilities:

  • Support pupils during whole-class teaching and small group activities.

  • Deliver targeted interventions to support literacy, numeracy and other key areas.

  • Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.

  • Encourage positive behaviour and help children remain engaged in learning.

  • Provide additional support for pupils with varying learning needs where required.

  • Monitor progress and share relevant observations with teaching staff.

Requirements:

  • A recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

  • Previous experience working within a primary school setting is desirable.

  • A good understanding of the EYFS, KS1 and KS2 curriculum.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A patient, caring and proactive approach.

  • A genuine commitment to supporting children's learning and development.

If you are ready to make a positive difference and are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today.

To work with GSL Education as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary), you should:

  • Have the right to work in the UK.

  • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.

  • Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.

For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Joe Ganley at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.