Teaching Assistant (Grade 2)

Springwell Special Academy, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 2AY

12 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  26 October 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £19,825.00 - £20,136.00 Annually (Actual) term time only

Teaching Assistant (Grade 2) job summary

ABOUT US

Springwell Learning Community is the umbrella name for Springwell Special Academy and Springwell Alternative Academy. Springwell Special Academy provides cross-phase education for Barnsley children with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.

At Springwell Special Academy we believe that every child deserves the best possible education to enable them to make good progress and realise their potential.

Our school is proud to offer a supportive team; high quality personalised training and an opportunity to work with utterly fabulous children as outlined in our VALUES!

KINDNESS - COURAGE - CURIOSITY - PRIDE

THE ROLE

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant (Grade 2) to support our educational team in providing a nurturing and effective learning environment for children. This role involves assisting teachers in delivering educational content and ensuring the well-being of students. Other duties include:

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and educational activities tailored to the needs of each child.

• Provide individual support to students, especially those with special educational needs, ensuring they are engaged and included in all activities.

• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages learning and communication.

• Communicate effectively with pupils to promote understanding and learning, using appropriate methods

• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment, ensuring all materials are organised and accessible.

• Collaborate with teachers and other staff members to monitor student progress and share insights on individual needs.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• GCSE Math's and English or a good level of numeracy and literacy skills

• Experience or interest in working with children/ young people with SEN / SEMH needs

• A genuine passion for educating and nurturing pupils with a SEMH need

• Ability to relate to children and younger people to build positive relationships

SALARY/ HOURS

Starting salary for a grade 2 Teaching Assistant is £19,825 actual annual salary (FTE £25,614) working 33 hours per week.

This role is Mon-Fri, term time only + 5 inset days.

We will consider both full and part time applicants. Please note, part time applicants need to commit to a minimum of 2 days per week, working consecutively.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Our school is proud to offer a supportive team; high quality personalised training and an opportunity to work with utterly fabulous children!

• Amazing benefits working for our Wellspring trust.

• A values-driven and supportive environment.

• Excellent personalised training.

NEXT STEPS

For more information please refer to the job description attached. If you are interested in this excellent opportunity simply click APPLY NOW, alternatively if you have additional questions then please reach out to our recruitment coordinator, Lauren: lleibrick@wellspringacademies.org.uk

If you are unsure if you meet all the criteria but have an interest in this opportunity then please do submit your application.

If this post isn't for you, check out our other vacancies. You can find these here!

Why Join Our Talent Pool?

If we don't have any suitable vacancies available, we encourage you to register for our Talent Pool. When applying, you aren't just joining a waiting list, you are positioning yourself at the front of the line for a rewarding career. When a suitable vacancy opens, our talent pool is our first port of call and our recruitment team will be in touch. We will keep you up to date with the latest news and activities within our school on a regular basis. We are regularly looking for support staff and we offer a range of flexible contracts.

Complete our Talent Pool application form by clicking here!

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Springwell Special Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 5 to 16
• Size: 136 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Springwell Special Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/springwell-special-academy

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