Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 15,682 - 21,217; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD library

Supportive environment

Advancement opportunities

Meaningful impact

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students and teachers in South Benfleet, helping create an inclusive and positive learning environment.

You will assist with planning and delivering lessons, support individuals or small groups, and foster well-being and engagement while collaborating with the teaching team. This role offers CPD opportunities and a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with students, teachers and parents.
• Patience and adaptability to diverse learners.
• Willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience and adaptability

Initiative and collaboration

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: South Benfleet

Salary Scale: £85-£115

Contract Type: Full-time

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 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

What happens now?

• Upon application, one of our dedicated consultants will call you to discuss your suitability for the role and what you are looking for.
• You will receive full support through the registration process from our consultants and compliance team, as well as the DBS application process.
• We will create you a tailored profile that stands out from the crowd (i.e other agencies and applicants) and explore our network of schools to find you the right fit!

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.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.