Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Southampton
Salary: £83.33 to £95 per day
Start: ASAP
Contract: Full-time and Part-time
Are you passionate about education and looking to make a meaningful impact in students' lives?
GSL Education are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join a vibrant school in Southampton.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide essential support to both teachers and students, helping to create a positive and productive learning environment. The role of a Teaching Assistant is crucial in ensuring students receive the personalised attention they need to thrive academically and socially Whether working one-on-one or in small groups, you will play a key part in helping students overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. If you are motivated, patient, and eager to contribute as a Teaching Assistant, we would love to hear from you!
Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, ensuring individual learning needs are met.
- Assist the class teacher with classroom activities and preparation of learning materials.
- Promote positive behaviour and help create a nurturing learning environment.
- Supervise students during breaks, trips, and extracurricular activities.
- Track and report students' progress to teaching staff.
Requirements of the Teaching Assistant:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational role.
- A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to different learning styles.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent) are preferred but not essential.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered with the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Teaching Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Southampton!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
GSL Education are an ethical, independent recruitment agency that aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Southampton.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.