Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post-16)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Sunderland; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Sunderland to support students aged 16-19 in their academic journey. This role offers an excellent opportunity for aspiring educators to gain valuable classroom experience while making a positive impact on young learners' lives. Responsibilities include providing academic support, monitoring progress, and collaborating with staff and families. Competitive daily rates are offered, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Opportunities for career development

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in education and supporting young learners.
• Previous experience in a school or support setting is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Individual Learning: Help implement personalised learning plans.
• Provide Targeted Support: Offer 1:1 and small group assistance tailored to student needs.
• Monitor Progress: Track student development and adjust support as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Education or related fields

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post-16)

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post-16)
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £84 - £108 per day (Depending on experience).
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Become a Graduate Teaching Assistant in a Post-16 Setting and Make a Lasting Impact!

GSL Education are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Graduate Teaching Assistant inSunderland to support students in a Post-16 educational environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, or support staff to gain valuable classroom experience while making a difference in young people’s lives.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant (Grad TA), you will provide academic and pastoral support to learners aged 16–19, helping them engage in their studies and achieve their potential. You will work alongside teachers and support staff to assist with both classroom learning and individual progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Individual Learning: Help implement personalised learning plans.
• Provide Targeted Support: Offer 1:1 and small group assistance tailored to student needs.
• Monitor Progress: Track student development and adjust support as required.
• Collaborate with Staff and Families: Work closely with teachers, support teams, and parents/carers.
• Create a Positive Environment: Help build a space where students feel safe, respected, and encouraged.
• Engage Learners: Use a variety of strategies to maintain student interest and adapt to different learning styles.
• Keep Accurate Records: Maintain documentation of student progress and share insights with staff.

Requirements:

• A degree in any discipline (Education or related fields preferred).
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Previous experience in a school or support setting is desirable but not essential.
• Have anupdated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps)and anenhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Competitive daily rates of pay between £84 and £108 (Depending on experience).
• Opportunities for career development and progression into teaching roles.
• Flexible working arrangements to fit your schedule.
• A supportive and inclusive school environment.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate‘Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post-16)’ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school inSunderland!

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‘Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post 16)’role, or to be considered, please click‘apply now’to submit your full andup-to-date CVand get in touch directly withSaifat [e-mail] more information.

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