Job description
Job Title: Post 16 Teaching Assistant
Location: Hexham
Salary: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long Term
Are you driven to make a lasting impact on young minds as they grow and learn?
GSL Education are looking for a passionate Post 16 Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic and thriving school in Hexham.
As a Post 16 Teaching Assistant, you will be a vital part of students' journeys, helping them excel in their coursework while fostering their personal growth. Working alongside teachers, you will ensure each student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Responsibilities of the Post 16 Teaching Assistant:
- Provide academic support to students aged 16+ in both one-on-one and small group settings.
- Assist in maintaining a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment.
- Monitor student progress and report key observations to teachers.
- Support behaviour management strategies, promoting positive attitudes and engagement.
- Prepare and organise resources and materials for lessons.
- Encourage students to develop essential life skills and independence.
Requirements of the Post 16 Teaching Assistant:
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
- Knowledge of working with Post 16 learners.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for education.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay: Earn between £87 - £108 per day, depending on experience.
- Immediate Start: Begin teaching straight away in a supportive and dynamic school environment.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
- Cultural Engagement: Teach languages in a way that fosters global understanding and communication.
- Positive School Culture: Work in a school that promotes collaboration, student well-being, and continuous improvement.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Post 16 Teaching Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Hexham!
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 ‘Post 16 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.