Job description

Job Title: Psychology Graduates (Cover Supervisors/Teaching Assistants)
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire (DN1)
Salary Range: £94 - £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: January 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a recent Psychology graduate eager to make a difference in the classroom? Gain invaluable experience in education by joining a dynamic secondary school in Doncaster as a Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity for Psychology graduates to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting, supporting the academic and emotional development of students. Whether supervising classes during teacher absences or offering one-on-one assistance to students, your contribution will be key in fostering a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and manage classrooms during teacher absences using pre-prepared lesson plans.
  • Provide tailored support to students with special educational needs or those requiring additional assistance.
  • Assist teachers with lesson preparation and delivery.
  • Promote positive behaviour and engagement in the classroom.
  • Support the social and emotional well-being of students.

Requirements:

  • A degree in Psychology or a related field.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A genuine passion for working with young people.
  • Adaptability and the ability to manage diverse classroom settings.
  • An understanding of safeguarding principles.
  • 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 £94 - £115 per day, depending on experience.
  • 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 ‘Cover Supervisors/Teaching Assistantsready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Doncaster!

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, 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 ‘Cover Supervisors/Teaching Assistantsin 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.