Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Level 2)
Location: Scunthorpe
Salary Range:
£83.33 - £90.00 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: ASAP
Contract:
Full-time 

Are you excited to transform each day into an opportunity for learning and every challenge into a building block for student success?

GSL Educations Hull Branch are seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join an innovative and vibrant school in Scunthorpe, where you will have the chance to empower young learners and make a lasting impact on their educational journey!

About the role:
As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will support classroom learning and foster a positive educational environment by assisting the class teacher and engaging with students. Your role will involve providing individualised or small-group support to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while monitoring their progress.

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:

  • Deliver focused assistance to students, helping them with their academic tasks and ensuring they understand lesson content.
  • Work alongside classroom teachers to plan and execute engaging and inclusive lessons.
  • Observe and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and suggesting interventions where necessary.
  • Assist in managing classroom behaviour, fostering a respectful and orderly environment.
  • Aid in the preparation and organisation of classroom materials and resources to enhance the learning experience.
  • Support the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with additional needs.

Requirements of the Teaching Assistant:

  • Proven experience in a similar role, particularly in supporting children within a school setting.
  • Relevant qualifications, including Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, or equivalent.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, patient, empathetic, and understanding approach to engaging with students, staff, and families.
  • A dedication to creating a welcoming and encouraging learning environment.
  • 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 Scunthorpe 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 (Level 2)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Scunthorpe!

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 (Level 2)’ 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.