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Primary Support Assistant

Academics
Rotherham Contract GBP 24,065 – 24,700
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Primary Support Assistant - Rotherham

Are you a caring and committed Primary Support Assistant seeking flexible work within primary schools across Rotherham?

Academics are recruiting Primary Support Assistants to work across a range of friendly and inclusive primary schools throughout Rotherham on a temporary, ongoing basis.

This role offers flexibility, variety, and the chance to gain valuable experience supporting children across different year groups and learning environments.

Position: Primary Support Assistant
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing
Pay: £92.56 - £95 per day (paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that suits you

About the Role

As a Primary Support Assistant in Rotherham, you will play an important role in helping pupils access learning and participate fully within the classroom.

You may support whole-class learning, small intervention groups, or provide one-to-one support where required, helping to create a positive and inclusive environment where children can thrive.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children and are looking for flexible opportunities within education.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support teaching and learning across primary classrooms

  • Deliver small group and intervention support where required

  • Assist pupils with classroom activities and learning tasks

  • Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour

  • Support children's emotional wellbeing and engagement

  • Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff

  • Maintain safeguarding standards and school procedures

Candidate Requirements
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)

  • Experience supporting children within schools, nurseries or childcare settings

  • Friendly, patient and adaptable approach

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What Academics Offer
  • Flexible Primary Support Assistant opportunities across Rotherham

  • Competitive daily pay between £92.56 - £95

  • Access to a variety of local primary schools

  • Ongoing support from dedicated education consultants

  • Opportunities for long-term and temp-to-perm placements

We also offer:
  • Flexibility - we offer all of our candidates the opportunity to choose the days and where they work, allowing them to commit fully to their life outside of the classroom.

  • ASAP start, or a start date that works for you.

  • Additional support from our dedicated staff throughout all of your placements.

  • Temp to perm contracts (if you are looking for a permanent role).

  • Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £75 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to us.

If you are a passionate Primary Support Assistant looking for flexible opportunities within Rotherham primary schools, apply today to join Academics.

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