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 and helping them reach their full potential? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Sheffield. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive educational environment.
About the School:
The school fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to thrive academically and personally. It serves a diverse community and is committed to delivering engaging lessons, structured support, and tailored interventions to meet individual needs. With a strong focus on collaboration, the staff work closely together to create a positive atmosphere that promotes confidence, resilience, and a genuine love for learning.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support classroom learning, provide targeted assistance to students, and help maintain a positive and productive environment. You may work with individuals or small groups, offering tailored support to enhance understanding and engagement.
Responsibilities:
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and structured lessons.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist in implementing tailored support strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Prepare learning materials and classroom resources as required.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational role is desirable.
• A good understanding of classroom practices and behaviour management strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach to supporting learning.
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to students’ development and gain valuable experience within a Sheffield school. 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.