Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting students to reach their full potential? A local school in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team and provide tailored support to enhance students’ learning and well-being.
About the School:
The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive. It focuses on personalised learning, tailored support, and engaging activities to ensure every student makes progress academically, socially, and emotionally. Staff work collaboratively to foster confidence, independence, and motivation, creating a positive and structured atmosphere where students feel supported and encouraged to succeed.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the learning and development of students, helping them engage with lessons and achieve their individual goals. You will work closely with teachers and staff to ensure students receive consistent support and encouragement throughout the school day.
Responsibilities:
- Assist teachers in delivering lessons and classroom activities.
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students as needed.
- Support students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
- Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
- Help maintain accurate records of student progress and achievements.
- Support students with personal care and hygiene where necessary.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and motivating classroom environment.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
- Understanding of supporting students with additional needs or SEMH is an advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt to different learning styles and needs.
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to student development.
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to students’ learning and personal growth in Sheffield. To apply for the position of Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Scott at GSL Education (Sam.Scott@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.