Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Rainham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

CPD training library • £8000+ courses

Supportive and collaborative team

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a friendly Teaching Assistant to support learning in Rainham. You will work with teachers to deliver engaging activities and provide targeted help to students who need extra support.

Join a busy school environment where safeguarding remains a priority. The role requires DBS clearance and commitment to child protection standards, with opportunities to develop professionally through CPD resources.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting student success.
• Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide support to individual students or small groups based on their learning needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students, promoting their well-being and engagement.
• Support the implementation of behaviour management strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and other school staff to enhance the learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Initiative

Job description

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive and positive learning experience for students. Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will provide valuable support to students who may require additional assistance. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of our students and contribute to the overall success of the school.

Learning Support Assistant - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training

Position: Teaching Assistant Location: Rainham Salary Scale: £85-£115 Contract Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• As a Teaching Assistant you will assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide support to individual students or small groups based on their learning needs.
• As a Teaching Assistant you will foster positive relationships with students, promoting their well-being and engagement.
• Support the implementation of behaviour management strategies.
• As a Teaching Assistant you will collaborate with teachers and other school staff to enhance the overall learning environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting student success.
• Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Access to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses, at GSL we support your professional development!
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives

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.