Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Scarborough
Salary Range: £85 - £96 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: ASAP
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you ready to turn every lesson into a moment of discovery and every challenge into a steppingstone for growth?
GSL Education Hull Branch are seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic primary school team in Scarborough, where you will have the opportunity to inspire young minds and contribute to their educational journey!
About the role:
As a Teaching Assistant (Primary), you will be supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and ensuring all students receive the assistance they need to thrive academically. You will assist with daily classroom activities, provide targeted support to small groups, and work closely with students needing additional guidance. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a friendly demeanour, and a passion for education; while prior experience is beneficial, we welcome enthusiastic applicants eager to learn on the job.
Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:
- Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver stimulating and inclusive lessons that cater to diverse learning needs.
- Assist with daily classroom activities, helping to create an engaging and positive learning environment.
- Provide targeted support for small groups, focusing on students who require additional guidance to succeed.
- Foster strong relationships with students, encouraging their social and emotional development alongside academic growth.
- Monitor and document student progress, sharing insights with the teaching team to enhance learning outcomes.
Requirements of the Teaching Assistant:
- Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanour to connect effectively with students and staff.
- A genuine passion for education and a commitment to helping students thrive.
- Prior experience in a teaching assistant role is beneficial but not essential; we welcome enthusiastic candidates eager to learn on the job.
- A collaborative spirit and the ability to adapt to various classroom dynamics.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you are passionate about education and ready to inspire the next generation, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our Scarborough team!
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to training and resources to enhance your skills.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
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 Scarborough!
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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Hull.
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.