Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 30600 - 37400 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Unique School Solutions

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support Key Stage 2 students in a vibrant classroom environment.
  • Company: Join a 'Good' Ofsted-rated primary school in Sheffield.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, free training courses, and potential for permanent employment.
  • Other info: Enjoy a supportive team and excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in young learners' lives while gaining valuable experience.
  • Qualifications: Experience in schools and strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum.

The predicted salary is between 30600 - 37400 £ per year.

Sheffield, S5

Rate: £95 per day

Start date: September 2026

Contract type: Temp - perm

Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30

Unique School Solutions are supporting a vibrant and diverse Ofsted ‘Good’ Primary School in the S5 area of Sheffield to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work in Key Stage 2. The role will be working within the classroom under the direction of the teacher supporting students with the Key Stage 2 curriculum.

About the school:

  • Vibrant and diverse school environment
  • "Good" Ofsted
  • Supportive and well organised leadership team

Essential requirements for the role:

  • Previous and recent experience working within a school
  • Strong KS2 curriculum knowledge
  • The ability to build rapport with young learners
  • The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
  • The ability to support small groups with intervention learning

By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:

  • The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
  • Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
  • Access to over 70 FREE, high quality training courses
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
  • The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools

All candidates must adhere to our stringent vetting procedure which includes a face-to-face registration, professional references, and an Enhanced DBS.

Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant employer: Unique School Solutions

Unique School Solutions is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional development. Located in the heart of Rotherham, employees benefit from access to training courses and opportunities for permanent roles, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow their careers in education administration.

Unique School Solutions

Contact Details:

Unique School Solutions Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant

Key Stage 2 Curriculum Knowledge
Experience in a School Environment
Rapport Building with Young Learners
Ability to Work Under Direction
Initiative
Support for Small Group Intervention Learning
Communication Skills