Primary Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; York; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant in York to support pupils across the primary provision. You will provide one-to-one and small-group assistance, help with literacy and numeracy, and promote confidence, independence and positive learning habits.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEND/SEMH, patience and resilience, excellent communication, and a calm approach to managing challenging situations. DBS checks and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged children, preferably in a school or specialist setting.
• Experience with SEND and SEMH is desirable.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach to supporting learners.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, consistent and positive in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to primary pupils with SEND and SEMH.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, lesson prep and delivery of engaging tasks.
• Help pupils develop literacy, numeracy, communication and social skills.
• Support emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Adapt strategies to meet individual learning and behavioural needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff to monitor progress.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Communication

Relationship-building

Behaviour management

Job description

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £92 - £115 per day (Depending on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting primary-aged children and helping them build the confidence, skills, and positive learning habits they need to succeed?

GSL Education Hull Branch are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist educational setting in York. This role would suit someone who is patient, adaptable, and experienced in supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND and SEMH, within a structured and nurturing environment.

About the Role

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support pupils across the primary provision, helping them engage with classroom activities and develop academically, socially, and emotionally. You will provide one-to-one and small-group assistance, adapt your approach to individual needs, and encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.

Core Responsibilities of the Primary Teaching Assistant

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to primary-aged pupils with SEND, SEMH, and additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, lesson preparation, and the delivery of engaging learning tasks.
• Help pupils develop literacy, numeracy, communication, and essential social skills.
• Support emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and engagement with learning through consistent guidance.
• Adapt support strategies to meet pupils' individual learning abilities, communication, and behavioural needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and work collaboratively with teachers and wider staff to monitor progress.

As the Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant, You Should Have

• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children, ideally within a school or specialist education setting.
• Experience or an understanding of SEND, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, or other additional learning needs.
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach to supporting young learners.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to remain calm, consistent, and positive when managing challenging situations.
• A genuine commitment to helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence and independence.

To Work with GSL Education, You Must

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Hold an up-to-date CV and provide references covering the last two years.
• Have recent experience working with children or young people.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

If you are a compassionate and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant who wants to make a meaningful difference to young people's learning and development, we welcome your application.

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.

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