Primary Teaching Assistant - Doncaster

Primary Classroom Support Teaching Assistant

Location: Doncaster
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible)
Start Date: ASAP or January Start
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and helping them reach their full potential?
Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Classroom Support Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner primary schools in the Doncaster area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience in education, support pupils across EYFS–KS2, and work as part of a welcoming, supportive school community.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to the class teacher, helping deliver engaging and accessible lessons

• Work with pupils in small groups or 1:1, supporting learning, behaviour, and personal development

• Assist with classroom preparation, resources, and general teaching tasks

• Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe, nurturing learning environment

• Support pupils with additional needs (SEN experience is desirable but not essential)

• Contribute to pupils’ progress by offering encouragement, guidance, and patience

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children (school, childcare, tutoring, youth work, SEN support etc.)

• A positive, caring, and proactive attitude

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• A willingness to learn and work as part of a team

• A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates and weekly pay

• Access to free CPD courses including behaviour support, safeguarding, and SEN training

• A personal consultant who supports you throughout your placement

• Opportunities for long-term roles, permanent placements, and career progression

• A wide network of Doncaster schools to choose from

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a positive impact in a primary classroom and would like to join Teaching Personnel, please click “Apply Now” or contact our Doncaster Primary Team for more information.

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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