Primary Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Rotherham!

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you passionate about making a transformative impact on a student''s educational journey?

GSL Education are thrilled to present an incredible opportunity for a Primary Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our dedicated team at a vibrant and welcoming school in Rotherham. This is your chance to be a pivotal part of students'' growth, inspiring and supporting them to reach new heights and achieve remarkable success!

About the Role:

As a Primary Teaching Assistant (TA) in Rotherham, you will play a crucial role in providing personalised support to students, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and inclusive educational setting.

Key Responsibilities of Primary Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Tailor educational activities and resources to meet the specific needs of the students.
• Help the students understand and complete their work, providing additional explanations and assistance as needed.
• Provide feedback to teachers and adjust support strategies as necessary.
• Ensure a cohesive approach to student development.
• Foster a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where the students feel valued and included.
• Cater to the diverse learning styles and needs of the students.
• Report to teachers, parents, and other relevant parties.

Requirements of Primary Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Demonstrate an understanding of the unique challenges and needs of the students.
• Effectively communicate with the students, parents, and colleagues, building positive and supportive relationships.
• Ability to establish trust and rapport with all members of the school community.
• Exhibit patience and empathy in your interactions.
• Relevant qualifications or training in primary education (desirable but not essential).

To work with us as a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will need:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Updated Service or be happy to apply for one with us.

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 supporting staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Primary Teaching Assistant role in Rotherham, 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.

Join us as a Primary Teaching Assistant and help shape the future of our students!