Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses access

Referral bonus

Job summary

GSL Education are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 at a Doncaster secondary school. You'll work alongside subject teachers to reinforce learning, help students stay focused and access activities suited to their needs.

Requirements include experience with children or young people, strong communication, patience and a friendly, encouraging manner. An enhanced DBS and safeguarding knowledge are essential; two relevant references are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain tasks clearly.
• A patient, approachable and encouraging manner.
• Confidence supporting students with different abilities and learning needs.
• The ability to work effectively with subject teachers and other school staff.
• A genuine interest in helping secondary-aged pupils succeed.
• Relevant education or childcare qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with classroom tasks and learning activities across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Work with subject teachers to reinforce lesson content and instructions.
• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils who need additional help.
• Encourage students to stay engaged, participate in lessons and develop independent learning skills.
• Help students organise their work and prepare for assessments where appropriate.
• Support positive behaviour and smooth transitions between lessons.
• Share relevant observations about pupils' progress with teachers.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Student support

Behaviour management

Education

Childcare qualification

Education degree

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately

Would you enjoy helping secondary school students build confidence, overcome learning challenges and get the most out of their education? A secondary school in Doncaster is looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside subject teachers to support learning across different departments. You'll help students understand tasks, stay focused during lessons and access learning activities suited to their needs. Whether you're supporting individuals or small groups, your contribution will help pupils participate more confidently and make steady progress, including with their GCSE preparation where appropriate.

About the School

The school aims to provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work collaboratively to meet a range of learning needs, maintain clear expectations and help young people develop both academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Support students with classroom tasks and learning activities across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Work with subject teachers to reinforce lesson content and instructions.
• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils who need additional help.
• Encourage students to stay engaged, participate in lessons and develop independent learning skills.
• Help students organise their work and prepare for assessments where appropriate.
• Support positive behaviour and smooth transitions between lessons.
• Share relevant observations about pupils' progress with teachers.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain tasks clearly.
• A patient, approachable and encouraging manner.
• Confidence supporting students with different abilities and learning needs.
• The ability to work effectively with subject teachers and other school staff.
• A genuine interest in helping secondary-aged pupils succeed.
• Relevant education or childcare qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

If you're ready to help young people build their skills and confidence in the classroom, we'd welcome your application.

To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Have an enhanced 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.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).