Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Hedge End
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 hourly (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Day-to-Day/Long Term, Full-Time/Part-Time
Are you a passionate and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding career supporting children’s learning? GSL Education are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join one of our client schools in Hedge End. Whether you are looking for flexible, day-to-day work or a longer-term, full-time role, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive, dynamic school environment.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to provide high-quality learning support, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to succeed. You will assist in delivering engaging lessons, working with students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis, and helping to create an inclusive classroom where all students can thrive.
Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Assistant:
- Assist the teacher in delivering lessons that are engaging, inclusive, and tailored to the needs of all students.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, especially those who need extra help with specific tasks or subjects.
- Encourage positive behaviour and foster a productive classroom environment where students feel safe, motivated, and valued.
- Prepare classroom materials and resources to support lesson activities.
- Track student progress, providing feedback to teachers on how students are responding to different learning strategies.
- Contribute to the school’s overall positive atmosphere, working collaboratively with staff to create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
What We’re Looking for in the Teaching Assistant:
- A genuine passion for working with children and helping them achieve their potential.
- Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role in an educational setting is desirable, but not essential.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to meeting the diverse needs of students.
- A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to contributing to an inclusive, supportive school culture.
Benefits of the Teaching Assistant Role:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.82 - £14.72, depending on experience.
- Flexible working hours with options for both day-to-day and long-term positions, full-time or part-time.
- An opportunity to gain valuable experience in a friendly and supportive school environment.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
- A fulfilling and rewarding role where you can have a real impact on students’ educational journeys.
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 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.
We look forward to hearing from you.