Primary Teaching Assistant - Barnsley

Do you possess the energy, patience, and drive needed to support young learners through their foundational school years?

Are you eager to join a close-knit primary school team in South Barnsley that values collaborative growth?

Would you love to secure a rewarding classroom role starting this coming term?

Working alongside Randstad Education Leeds connects you with experienced education recruiters who work diligently to match candidate preferences with suitable local schools. Located in the Wombwell and Hoyland area of Barnsley, this vibrant primary school sits at the heart of its community. The school places a strong focus on early literacy, outdoor learning, and team spirit, offering an encouraging setting for support staff.

• Deliver guided reading, phonics, and basic numeracy intervention workshops to small groups.

• Assist the class teacher in setting up learning activities and creating interactive displays.

• Provide targeted support to pupils who require extra help accessing the daily curriculum.

• Supervise pupils during structured lesson breaks, assemblies, and outdoor play.

• Monitor student participation and share feedback directly with the class teacher.

• Previous experience working with children (e.g. in primary schools, nurseries, youth clubs, or sports coaching).

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above).

• A proactive, encouraging demeanor paired with strong communication capabilities.

• An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or readiness to process one with us).

• High adaptability when supporting varied primary key stages.

• Consistent weekly pay managed smoothly without hidden umbrella charges.

• One-to-one career support from an expert consultant who understands the Barnsley market.

• Access to a wealth of free online training resources to build your CV portfolio.

• Fantastic employee rewards, including retail vouchers and supermarket discounts.

• Earn £300 in vouchers through our successful candidate referral scheme.

Apply now to unleash your potential! For more information, you can call [phone removed] or email at [email removed].

experience

Non Teaching

skills

121 teaching experience,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,EYFS experience (foundation years),good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,key stage 1 experience,key stage 2 experience,knowledge of curriculum,PPA teaching experience,reception experience,SEN experience,SIMS experience,teaching assistant experience,using school software:,years 1-6 experience

qualifications

BEd,BTEC certificate in children,CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 2 in children,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4