Job description
Teaching Assistant – mainstream secondary – Bournemouth, Dorset
Start Date: Immediate / January 2026 | Contract Type: Full-Time, Ad-Hoc Basis
Salary: £13.68 per hour
Are you seeking a rewarding role in education where you can support young learners while developing your own skills?
GSL Education are currently looking for passionate Teaching Assistants to join mainstream secondary schools across Bournemouth. This role is ideal for individuals considering a future career in education, as well as university students keen to gain valuable classroom experience in a professional school environment.
As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you will provide vital classroom support to both teachers and pupils, helping to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere for learning. You will assist with lessons, encourage student participation, and ensure all learners feel supported in achieving their potential.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and group support to pupils across various subjects.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining classroom routines.
- Motivate and guide students to stay on task and complete their work.
- Help foster a positive learning environment that promotes progress and achievement.
- Adapt to different classroom settings and support pupils with a proactive approach.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in working with children as a Teaching assistant or similar or anyone willing to work is desirable.
- Ideal for university students, or those seeking flexible work in education.
- A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and students.
- A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic attitude.
- Enhanced DBS registered on the update service, or willingness to apply via GSL Education.
Why Join GSL:
- Competitive hourly pay rate.
- Ongoing guidance and support from experienced consultants.
- Opportunities for professional growth and long-term placements.
- A transparent and supportive recruitment process.
If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (TA) seeking an exciting opportunity in Bournemouth, we would love to hear from you!
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 registered on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.
As an ethical and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff to schools 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.