Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Dronfield is seeking a Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality support to pupils. The ideal candidate will assist teachers, promote positive behaviour, and foster pupil development. This role offers competitive daily rates and flexible working options, along with ongoing professional development. A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection is essential.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working options

Professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working in UK schools or similar educational settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Up-to-date CV and enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering lessons effectively.
• Provide one-to-one or small group assistance to pupils needing additional help.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Proactive approach

Education

CACHE Level 2 or 3 in Childcare

Degree in Education or Psychology

Job description

Overview

GSL Education are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality support to pupils in schools across Dronfield.

Location: Dronfield

Salary: £83–£95 per day (Depending on Experience)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long Term, Full-time/Part-time

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering lessons effectively.
• Provide one-to-one or small group assistance to pupils needing additional help.
• Assist with classroom management and encourage positive behaviour.
• Prepare and organise learning resources.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Supervise pupils during breaks and lunchtimes when required.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and parents to meet pupil needs.
• Promote pupil independence and confidence in learning.
• Assist with school trips and extracurricular activities as needed.

Requirements

• Experience working in UK schools or similar educational settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting pupils.
• CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance (desirable).
• A degree in Education, psychology or a similar field.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why Join GSL

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible working options across schools in Dronfield and local areas.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive consultants committed to your career progression.

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant role in Dronfield, please submit your CV today to be considered.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Teaching Assistant role, 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.