Primary L2 TA Sheffield

Location: North Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Start Date: Immediate Start or September 2026
Pay Rate: £92.63 – £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Flexible opportunities available – full-time and part-time considered

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Opportunity – North Sheffield

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming and supportive schools across North Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate education professionals looking for an immediate start or a position from September 2026.

We are looking for adaptable and nurturing individuals who can support pupils across the classroom, assist teaching staff, and help create positive and engaging learning environments.

The Role

As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom environment
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support progress and development
• Assisting the class teacher with classroom activities and lesson preparation
• Supporting pupils’ academic, emotional, and social development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Providing additional support to pupils where required
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and parents/carers

Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent relevant qualification).

Successful candidates will ideally have:

• Experience working within a school or educational setting
• Confidence supporting pupils across different ages and abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude to supporting learning
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive daily rates of £92.63 – £105 per day, dependent on experience
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
• Access to local school placements across North Sheffield
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity in North Sheffield with an immediate or September 2026 start, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to discuss available opportunities in local schools.

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.
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