Job description
Key Stage 3 Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Salary: £85 - £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full - Time
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Key Stage 3 Teaching Assistant to support students within an SEMH class working at a Primary level within our Client School’s Alternative Provision, located in York, North Yorkshire, starting as soon as possible.
About the School:
- The school supports a large number of students with additional learning or neurodevelopmental challenges, such as ADHD and Autism.
- The school's curriculum is designed to be engaging, relevant, and stimulating, providing a solid foundation for future success.
- The school’s focus is on academic achievement, personal development, and community engagement which reflets their belief in empowering students to become confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world.
- As a specialist school catering to students aged 5 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, they are dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where every student can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
- An Ofsted graded ‘Good’ School in York, known for its specialist provision catering to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- The school offers a diverse and inclusive curriculum tailored to the individual needs of students, providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment.
- The school has a dedicated team of experienced staff, including teachers, teaching assistants, and support professionals, who are committed to the well-being and academic success of every student.
Key Stage 3 Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with SEMH needs in both 1:1 and small group settings.
- Assist with lesson delivery and differentiated learning activities.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation through nurture-based approaches.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
- Contribute to monitoring and assessing progress.
Key Stage 3 Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Right to work in the UK.
- Previous experience supporting children or young adults with SEMH and/or Nurture needs.
- Empathetic, patient, and resilient approach to supporting learners.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team in an Alternative Provision.
- Knowledge of de-escalation strategies and techniques to manage challenging behavior is advantageous.
- Hold a Child only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service
For more information, or to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kerry Fowler or call our Hull office today. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education website to apply online, or submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. We look forward to hearing from you!