Job description

Teaching Assistant
Location: Havant
Salary: £83.33 to £95 per day
Start Date: ASAP

GSL Education Southampton ,are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic school in Havant.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students by providing essential classroom support and helping them achieve their best.

Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant:

  • Support the classroom teacher in delivering lessons and activities.
  • Assist students with their learning, ensuring they stay engaged and focused.
  • Provide one-to-one or small group support as needed.
  • Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
  • Prepare and organise resources for lessons.
  • Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements for Teaching Assistant:

  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant is preferred but not essential.
  • A positive attitude and a passion for working with children.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the school.
  • An understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
  • Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting both the teacher and the students. Your dedication will help shape young minds and contribute to a nurturing school atmosphere.

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.

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.