Teaching Assistant

<p><strong>Teaching Assistant (Supply / Ad Hoc Cover)</strong><br /><strong>Sheffield Area | Part-Time Flexible Work | EYFS - Key Stage 2</strong><br /><strong>Start Date: September 2026</strong></p> <p>Tradewind Recruitment are looking to appoint adaptable and committed Teaching Assistants to support a range of primary schools across the Sheffield area from September 2026. This role offers flexible, ad hoc supply work on a part-time basis, providing classroom support when schools require additional staffing.</p> <p>This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced TA who enjoys variety, different school environments, and the flexibility that supply work brings.</p> <strong>Role Overview</strong> <p>In this position, you will be working across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 settings, stepping into classrooms as needed to provide high-quality support. Your responsibilities will include:</p> <ul> <li>Supporting teaching staff in delivering engaging and effective lessons</li><li>Working with pupils one-to-one and in small groups to enhance learning outcomes</li><li>Assisting across a range of primary year groups from EYFS through to KS2</li><li>Providing support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)</li><li>Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment</li><li>Quickly adapting to different school policies, routines, and expectations</li></ul> <strong>Candidate Requirements</strong> <p>We are seeking individuals who can demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting</li><li>Confidence supporting pupils with SEND, including a range of additional needs</li><li>Strong communication skills and a proactive, supportive approach</li><li>Flexibility to work across different schools and year groups at short notice</li><li>A Level 2 TA qualification or higher (desirable but not essential)</li><li>A genuine enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development</li></ul> <p>Experience within schools is highly valued and will be considered more important than formal qualifications for this role.</p> <strong>Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?</strong> <p>Tradewind Recruitment is a well-established and trusted leader in education recruitment, offering:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive daily pay rates</li><li>Access to a wide network of primary schools across Sheffield and surrounding areas</li><li>Flexible working patterns to suit your availability</li><li>Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to support your development</li><li>A dedicated consultant providing personalised support</li><li>Simple and efficient compliance and timesheet systems</li><li>Opportunities to move into longer-term and permanent roles</li><li>A strong reputation for quality and reliability in education staffing</li></ul> <strong>Apply Now</strong> <p>If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for flexible, rewarding supply work across Sheffield from September 2026, we would be delighted to hear from you.</p> <p>Register your interest today with Tradewind Recruitment and be ready to support local schools in the new academic year.</p>