Teaching Assistant in Barnsley

Welcome to Worsborough Bank End Primary School. Thank you for taking an interest in developing your career at our school – Bank End offers a vibrant and welcoming learning community for any member of staff joining us. Bank End Primary School is a community school in every sense of the word. We proudly sit in the Worsbrough and Kendray locality where we enjoy strong partnerships with Hunningley Primary School and Barnsley Academy, working together as part of United Learning.

Worsborough Bank End Primary School is a 'can-do' school, where we find ways to help everybody reach their potential, because every person really matters. We believe there are four factors that make a child’s education successful and enable them to achieve the very highest of standards: the best possible care, encouragement, education, and outcomes. At Bank End, our team works hard to ensure that everyone makes those four outcomes a reality for our children every single day. We pride ourselves on a team of staff who are supportive, friendly, and dedicated to providing the very best teaching and learning for our students.

Staff across the school set a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement for children which, in turn, is reflected in the emphasis we place on continuing professional development (CPD) for our staff. If you are looking for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to visit us in person to see what you could achieve at Bank End Primary School. Join our team and let's work on a great future, for everyone.

Bank End Primary School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check. We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Salary: £22,364.26 actual salary (FTE £25,918)
Contract: Term‑time only (39 weeks), 37.5 hours per week
Start date: 1 September 2026

Join a school where staff are valued, supported and proud to work. Bank End Primary Academy is a warm, vibrant and ambitious primary school, where strong relationships, inclusion and teamwork shape daily life. Recently recognised in a very positive Ofsted inspection (January 2026) achieving strong in all 7 areas. Our school is a place where children are known, valued and supported to thrive, and where staff feel genuinely cared for and listened to.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with children, believes every child can succeed, and values clear routines and a calm, purposeful learning environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable, supportive team serving our local community, in a school where pupils’ behaviour is exemplary and staff wellbeing is truly prioritised.

Why join Bank End Primary Academy?

• A calm, purposeful learning environment
• Impeccable behaviour and positive attitudes to learning.
• Clear routines that create a calm, supportive atmosphere.
• Children who are respectful, eager and proud of their school.

A supportive and collaborative staff team:

• Friendly, approachable leadership.
• Strong teamwork between teachers and support staff.
• A culture where everyone’s contribution is valued.

An established role with strong support:

• Well‑defined TA roles within classrooms.
• Close working relationships with class teachers and year‑group leads.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

About the role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work under the guidance and direction of the class teacher to support pupils learning, wellbeing and inclusion, including pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and inclusion, including pupils with SEND.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver learning activities and interventions.
• Help create a safe, caring and purposeful classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils’ independence, confidence and self‑esteem.
• Support behaviour, routines, and positive relationships.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, values teamwork and wants to make a real difference every day.

Who we are looking for:

• Enjoy supporting children to succeed academically and socially.
• Are patient, caring and positive.
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Are committed to inclusive education and safeguarding.

Experience of working with children is essential; experience in a school setting is desirable, but we are equally interested in the right values and attitude.

What we can offer:

• A welcoming, supportive workplace with a dedicated, friendly team of staff, parents, and governors.
• Opportunity to work with fantastic children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Wonderful children who love to learn and have “impeccable” behaviour.
• A welcoming and attractive learning environment where everyone is valued.
• One paid personal day each year for you to use however you like – shopping day, long weekend?
• High quality training and professional development.
• A generous United Learning benefits package, including:
• Free Westfield Health cash plan and GP access.
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programme.
• Retail discounts, cycle‑to‑work and car lease schemes.
• The stability and opportunities of one of the UK’s largest and most successful multi‑academy trusts.

Safer Recruitment:

Bank End Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and other relevant pre‑employment checks.

Come and see us! We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school or arrange an informal conversation prior to applying. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our friendly team, see our calm and purposeful learning environment, and get a genuine feel for life at Bank End Primary Academy. We are always happy to talk openly about the role, our pupils and the way we support our staff.

The closing date is 25th June 2026 with shortlisting taking place shortly afterwards and interview taking place 3rd July 2026. The school reserves the right to close this advert early should a suitable candidate be identified.