Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 31 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £88.92 to £100 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 January 2026 |
| Location: | Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 0HH |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | PR-1476964_1767169756 |
Summary
Do you have the resilience and empathy required to support children in an area of high social diversity?
Are you looking for a role within an established educational framework that provides clear pathways for professional development?
Can you adapt your communication style to support pupils for whom English may be an additional language?
Partnering with Randstad Education in the Sheffield region means accessing the area's best opportunities first. We are committed to nurturing your career by offering unparalleled local support and exclusive access to high-quality vacancies across the South Yorkshire region. We provide a seamless registration process and a dedicated consultant to advocate for your professional goals.
We are recruiting for a large, vibrant primary setting situated in a diverse community. This school is part of a wider, highly successful educational network that prides itself on a culture of high expectations and inclusive practice. Staff benefit from a collaborative environment where best practices are shared across multiple sites, and there is a significant focus on providing a safe, ambitious learning space for every child, regardless of their starting point.
Roles & Responsibilities-
Targeted Interventions: Deliver structured literacy and numeracy booster sessions to small groups to accelerate progress.
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Inclusion Support: Provide 1:1 assistance for pupils with specific learning needs (SEND), ensuring they can access the full curriculum.
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Language Support: Assist pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) in developing their communication and social skills.
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Behaviour Facilitation: Consistently implement the school's positive behaviour strategies to maintain a calm and productive learning atmosphere.
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Resource Preparation: Collaborate with the Class Teacher to prepare and adapt high-quality learning materials for a diverse cohort.
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Progress Monitoring: Observe and record pupil achievements, providing insightful feedback during staff progress meetings.
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Qualifications: A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3) is highly desirable for this role.
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Community Experience: Previous experience working within a culturally diverse or high-need primary school setting is essential.
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Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written English skills to model high standards for the pupils.
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Resilience: A proven ability to remain calm and proactive in a fast-paced and challenging educational environment.
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Safeguarding: A comprehensive understanding of current "Keeping Children Safe in Education" (KCSIE) guidance.
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Compliance: Must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to undergo a new application.
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Refer a Friend: Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every suitable candidate you refer to us (T&Cs apply).
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Training: Access to free accredited Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses.
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Local Expertise: Benefit from a consultant who understands the specific needs of schools in the Sheffield and South Yorkshire area.
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Flexible Options: Opportunity for long-term placements with the potential for permanent contracts.
If you are a talented Teaching Assistant ready for a rewarding new challenge, submit your application today.
For further information, feel free to call us on 0114 274 3765 or email us at sheffield@randstadeducation.co.uk