Job description
Looking for a Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!
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 driven to support young learners and play a hands-on role in their progress? A friendly and inclusive school in Sheffield is looking for a motivated Teaching Assistant to join their team and contribute to a positive learning experience.
About the School:
This school is known for its supportive ethos and commitment to pupil development. Staff work closely together to create a structured and encouraging environment where students feel valued and supported. A strong focus is placed on consistency, mutual respect and a trauma informed approach to behaviour and wellbeing.
About the Role:
In this Teaching Assistant position, you will work alongside teachers to support learning across the classroom. You’ll provide additional guidance to pupils who need extra help, ensuring they remain engaged and confident in their work while contributing to a calm and productive classroom setting.
Responsibilities:
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Assist the teacher with lesson delivery and classroom organisation
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Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups
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Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
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Help prepare and organise classroom resources
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Support pupils in building confidence and independence
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Track progress and share feedback with teaching staff
Requirements:
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Experience working with children or young people is desirable
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Clear and effective communication skills
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A proactive, reliable and adaptable attitude
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Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
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A genuine passion for supporting education
This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming Sheffield school and make a meaningful contribution to pupils’ learning journeys.
To apply for this Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
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Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.