Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Barnsley
Pay Rate: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Could your support and encouragement help pupils become more confident, capable, and independent learners?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) to join amazing schools across Barnsley. This opportunity will suit the individuals who enjoy working with young people, providing practical learning support and helping pupils of all abilities participate and progress in the classroom.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will contribute to pupils' progress by providing targeted assistance, encouraging positive learning habits, and helping maintain an inclusive and productive classroom environment.
Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Guide individuals and small groups through learning activities to strengthen their understanding
- Prepare classroom materials and resources according to teachers' instructions
- Encourage learners to approach tasks independently and develop effective study habits
- Provide additional assistance to pupils who experience difficulties with particular areas of learning
- Observe pupil participation and communicate relevant progress information to teaching staff
- Contribute to a respectful classroom environment by modelling positive attitudes and interactions
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
- Ability to communicate clearly and build productive relationships with learners
- Patient and attentive approach when providing individual learning support
- Confidence working collaboratively with teachers and other education professionals
- Flexible and organised approach to changing classroom needs
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Receive up to £220 per day, based on your experience
- Broaden your classroom experience across different educational settings
- Access both short-term and longer-term placement opportunities
- Develop practical skills relevant to future roles within education
- Receive continued guidance from dedicated education recruitment consultants
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 South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Teaching Assistant” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.