Job Description

Teaching Assistant
Employment Type: Primary school

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a Teaching Assistant to start at a primary school in Barnsley starting ASAP.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the classroom teacher to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Provide one-to-one or small group support as required.
  • Help implement individual learning plans for students.
  • Offer emotional and behavioural support to encourage students' progress.
  • Collaborate with other staff members to ensure each student's needs are met.

About You:

  • Patient, kind, and approachable with a genuine passion for working with young people.
  • Able to build trusting relationships with students who have varied needs.
  • No formal TA qualification required, but relevant experience is essential.

Why Join?

  • Opportunity to work in a friendly school making a real difference in students' lives.
  • Full-time positions with the potential to become permanent roles.
  • Supportive and collaborative staff team.


Please submit your CV explaining your interest in the role and relevant experience. Tradewind Recruitment look forward to welcoming someone who shares our commitment to helping students thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.