Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Lincoln
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP  
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time | Long-term / Day-to-day

GSL Education is seeking a caring and motivated Teaching Assistant to work in schools across Lincoln. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy supporting children and young people and want to make a meaningful impact in education.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to help pupils access learning, build confidence, and thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support pupils in class on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
  • Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom preparation
  • Encourage student engagement and positive behaviour
  • Provide support for pupils with additional learning needs where required
  • Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment
  • Supervise pupils during classroom activities and transitions
  • Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with children or young people (school experience desirable)
  • A patient, positive, and supportive attitude
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • The ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
  • A flexible and proactive approach to work
  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What GSL Education Offers:

  • Competitive daily pay rates
  • Flexible work to suit your availability
  • Opportunities in a range of local schools
  • Long-term and short-term placements available
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
  • Access to training and development opportunities

Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

To register your interest in the Teaching Assistant role in Lincoln, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our friendly consultants will be in touch soon.