Job description
Kickstart Your Career in Education! Calling All University Students & Recent Graduates in Bournemouth!
Job Title: Teaching Assistant / SEN Support
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you a recent graduate passionate about education, mental health, and making a positive impact?
GES Education are looking for enthusiastic Graduates to join our team as Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support staff, offering invaluable support to students and gaining hands-on experience along the way.
About the role:
In this role, you will be a key figure in the classroom, working closely with students to provide personalised guidance and assistance, particularly to those with SEN. You will support the lead teacher by helping manage classroom dynamics, adapting activities to meet different learning needs, and providing both academic and emotional support.
Essential Qualities That We Are Looking For:
- Offer one-on-one support and encouragement to students, helping them engage with learning tasks.
- Adapt resources and classroom activities to accommodate individual learning styles and needs.
- Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all students.
- Support students’ social and emotional development, particularly those facing challenges.
- Observe, document, and report on student progress, collaborating with teachers and parents.
- Help maintain classroom organisation and assist with lesson preparations.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Currently enrolled in university or a recent graduate, preferably with an interest in education, psychology, or social sciences.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Empathy, patience, and a proactive approach to student support.
- Enthusiasm for learning and contributing positively in an educational setting.
- Prior experience in an educational or SEN setting is an asset but not essential.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.82 - £14.72 based on experience.
- Flexible working hours that can fit around your studies or other commitments.
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an educational setting.
- Personal and professional growth through on-the-job training and development.
- Chance to make a meaningful impact in students' lives and contribute to their educational journey.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Teaching Assistant / SEN Support’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Bournemouth!
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 across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Teaching Assistant / SEN Support’ in a schoolrole, 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.