Job description
Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a passion for working with children and contributing to their early academic journey?
GSL Education are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and nurturing primary school in Rotherham from September 2025. This is a full-time position ideal for individuals aspiring to build a career in education or those with prior experience supporting young pupils in a classroom setting.
About the Role:
As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will support class teachers in the delivery of engaging lessons, assist in pupil progress and behaviour management, and work closely with children to provide individualised support where needed. You will play a key role in fostering a positive, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
Responsibilities Include:
- Support the teacher in planning and delivering classroom activities.
- Work one-to-one or with small groups to support pupils’ learning and development.
- Assist with classroom organisation, displays, and resources.
- Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a safe and respectful classroom environment.
- Provide support to pupils with additional learning needs or EAL (English as an Additional Language).
- Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, and parents to ensure individual needs are met.
- Monitor pupil progress and contribute to assessment and feedback as required.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Previous experience working in a primary school or educational setting.
- A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2/3 desirable).
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to working with children.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
- Daily pay ranging from £86 to £100, reflecting your expertise and dedication.
- Personalised support from a dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities for CPD and professional growth.
- Access to a network of schools with long-term and permanent prospects.
If you are ready to make a real difference as a Primary Teaching Assistant this September, we welcome your application.
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 across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Primary Teaching Assistant (TA)’ 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.