Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support primary and secondary schools in Scunthorpe. This role offers flexible daily supply work and long-term opportunities, focusing on providing academic and emotional support to pupils in a stimulating environment. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience, along with a commitment to children's welfare and learning.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Flexible work options

Opportunities for CPD and career development

Supportive school environments

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or childcare setting is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Willingness to work across different key stages depending on school needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in delivering lessons and classroom activities.
• Work one-to-one or with small groups of pupils to reinforce learning.
• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and resources.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Proactivity

Patience

Education

CACHE Level 2 or 3

NVQ in Childcare or Teaching Assistance

Job description

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Are you passionate about supporting pupils and helping them thrive in the classroom?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join primary and secondary schools across Scunthorpe. This role offers both flexible daily supply work and long-term opportunities, tailored to your availability and career goals.

As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you will work closely with class teachers and other staff to provide academic, social, and emotional support to students. You will play a key role in helping pupils achieve their full potential by creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Teaching Assistant (TA) Responsibilities:

• Support the teacher in delivering lessons and classroom activities.
• Work one-to-one or with small groups of pupils to reinforce learning.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage a positive learning atmosphere.
• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and resources.
• Provide tailored support for pupils with additional learning needs.
• Monitor and record pupil progress under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Supervise pupils during breaks or educational trips as needed.
• Uphold the school’s policies on behaviour, safeguarding, and equality.

Requirements of a Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working in a school or childcare setting as a Teaching Assistant (TA) is desirable.
• CACHE Level 2 or 3, or NVQ in Childcare or Teaching Assistance (preferred but not mandatory).
• A positive, proactive, and patient approach to supporting children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work across different key stages depending on school needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive rates of pay and flexible work options.
• Dedicated consultants committed to matching you with suitable roles.
• Opportunities for CPD and career development.
• Supportive school environments that value your contribution.

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.