Job description
Teaching Assistant
Location: Totton
Salary: £12.82 to £14.72 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediately
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you passionate about supporting young learners in achieving their full potential?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join schools in Totton. This flexible role offers opportunities for both day-to-day and long-term placements, with full-time and part-time options available, starting immediately.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in creating a positive and engaging learning environment for students, supporting their academic and personal growth, and assisting teachers in delivering quality education.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:
- Assist classroom teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
- Provide tailored one-to-one or small group support to students to enhance their learning experience.
- Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage a focused learning atmosphere.
- Support students with their reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- Assist with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and resource management.
- Promote active participation in classroom activities and discussions.
- Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
TA Job Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in an educational setting is desirable.
- A relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare, or equivalent is advantageous.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine passion for education and helping students succeed.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
To thrive in this role, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
- Possess a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are dedicated to providing exceptional teaching and support staff to schools across Totton.
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.