Primary Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Winchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education in Winchester is seeking a full-time Primary School Teaching Assistant to begin in September. This early-start role focuses on 1:1 support for pupils within a welcoming primary setting.

Join a team that values safeguarding, compassionate communication and flexible approaches to help students progress academically and socially in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a teaching assistant role is preferred.
• Strong communication abilities are essential for this role.
• Compassion, patience and empathy are highly valued.
• Adaptability and flexibility in various situations are important.
• A dedication to supporting students' wellbeing and progress.

Responsibilities

• Support students on their educational journey as a Teaching Assistant.
• Create diverse methods tailored to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate with educators, therapists and families to design support plans.
• Foster a positive environment to enhance social and communication abilities.
• Implement interventions and activities to encourage academic progress.

Skills

Experience in teaching assistant roles

Strong communication skills

Compassion and empathy

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Job description

Primary School Teaching Assistant

Winchester SO21

Full time

£14.24 per hour

Step into the field of education and pursue your goals by becoming a dedicated Teaching Assistant with GSL Education in Winchester. We are working with a Primary school who are seeking a full time Teaching Assistant to begin work in September.

This is a lovely, supportive primary school who need a TA to work 1:1.

We are seeking those with strong behaviour management skills.

Requirements:

• Candidates who have previous experience will be given preference.
• Strong communication abilities are imperative.
• We highly value qualities like compassion, patience, and empathy.
• Adaptability and flexibility in various situations are essential.
• A dedication to fostering the success and well-being of students is paramount.

Responsibilities:

• Support students along their educational journey as a Teaching Assistant.
• Create diverse methods tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.
• Work closely with educators, therapists, and families to design effective support plans.
• Cultivate a positive environment to enhance social and communication abilities.
• Execute consistent interventions and engage in activities to encourage academic advancement and success.

Why Choose GSL Education?

• GSL Education provides educational support nationwide in the UK.
• We guarantee competitive pay for teachers.
• Our consultants assist candidates in securing appropriate job placements.
• The welfare and work-life balance of our teaching staff are of utmost importance.
• We uphold stringent safeguarding standards to ensure safety and protection.

To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection or willingness to take a course on safeguarding that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.