Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Barnsley

Are you a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity from September? Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools in Barnsley.

We have a variety of opportunities available, including day-to-day supply, short-term cover and long-term placements, with both full-time and part-time work available.

The Role

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with pupils individually and in small groups to support their learning and development.
• Deliver targeted interventions in areas such as literacy, phonics and numeracy.
• Provide additional support to pupils who may require extra help accessing the curriculum.
• Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe and supportive classroom environment.
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and learning activities.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher.
• Support pupils in developing their confidence, independence and social skills.

We Are Looking For

• A recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with children within a school or educational setting.
• A positive, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of abilities and additional needs.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Flexible work to suit your availability.
• Access to a variety of primary schools across Barnsley.
• Short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities.
• Free and discounted CPD through the Teaching Personnel Academy.
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placements.

Whether you're looking for the flexibility of supply work or your next long-term Teaching Assistant position, Teaching Personnel can help you find an opportunity that suits you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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