Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Locks Heath

Salary: £12.82 to £14.72 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you committed to enhancing children's education and creating a positive influence in their lives?

GSL Education are seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to work in a supportive and dynamic primary school in Locks Heath. This position is ideal for individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist in creating a positive and engaging learning environment, helping students to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored one-on-one and small group support to students, addressing their unique learning needs.
  • Assist teachers with lesson preparation and delivery to enhance student engagement.
  • Foster an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere in the classroom that promotes participation from all students.
  • Supervise students during breaks and extracurricular activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Monitor and report on student progress to teachers, offering insights that can inform instructional strategies.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have prior experience as a Teaching Assistant (preferred but not essential).
  • Be passionate about supporting children’s educational and personal development.
  • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Be familiar with safeguarding and child protection protocols.
  • Possess an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

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.

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.

Join GSL Education and make a meaningful impact as a Teaching Assistant in Locks Heath!