Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Tameside; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education in Hyde, Tameside is recruiting Level 2 Teaching Assistants for primary schools. Roles include day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities close to home.

Responsibilities cover supporting individuals and groups, delivering basic interventions, and fostering positive pupil development in a safe, structured environment. DBS and two references are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Experience supporting children in school, nursery, or similar setting.
• Calm, patient and flexible approach.
• Good communication with pupils, staff and parents.
• GCSE English and Maths desirable; training in SEND and safeguarding welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups to access learning under the class teacher.
• Deliver phonics, reading, writing and maths interventions as directed.
• Build positive relationships and be a calm, consistent role model.
• Support behaviour, confidence and social-emotional development.
• Attend to pupils' personal and pastoral needs and provide basic first aid where trained.
• Supervise pupils during playtime and lunchtimes.
• Help prepare classroom resources and displays.
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Classroom support

SEND support

Phonics interventions

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Education

NVQ Level 2 (Teaching Assistant) or equivalent

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Location: Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester
Salary: £95-£120 per day (supply) / £18,525-£23,400 per annum (195 days, permanent)
Contract: Day-to-Day & Long-Term, Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

We are recruiting Level 2 Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Hyde, Tameside, with day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities available now. This role suits a reliable, caring TA who enjoys supporting pupils in the classroom and wants regular work in a school close to home.

Responsibilities:

• Support individuals and small groups of pupils to access learning, under the direction of the class teacher
• Provide support for pupils on the SEN register, including those with SEND support plans or EHCPs
• Deliver phonics, reading, writing and maths interventions as directed by the class teacher
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and be a calm, consistent role model
• Support pupils' behaviour, confidence and personal, social and emotional development
• Attend to pupils' personal and pastoral needs, including minor first aid where trained
• Supervise pupils during playtime, lunchtime and outdoor activities
• Help prepare classroom resources and displays
• Follow school safeguarding procedures at all times

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 (or working towards) for Teaching Assistants, or equivalent qualification/experience
• Experience supporting children in a school, nursery or similar setting (EYFS, KS1 or KS2)
• Calm, patient and flexible approach
• Good communication skills with pupils, staff and parents
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths desirable)
• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including SEND and safeguarding

A fully enhanced DBS and two professional references covering the last two years are required.