Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Doncaster
Pay: £460–£650 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Would you like to help pupils grow in confidence while supporting their learning every day?
GSL Education South Yorkshire branch are seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (TA) to join vibrant schools in Doncaster. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dependable person who can work alongside teachers to create engaging learning experiences and provide valuable support both inside and outside the classroom.
This Teaching Assistant position will have a rewarding opportunity to support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development while contributing to a positive and inclusive school environment.
Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to reinforce pupils' learning
- Encourage positive behaviour and active participation throughout the school day
- Assist with preparing classroom resources and maintaining an organised learning environment
- Monitor pupils' progress and communicate observations to teaching staff
- Promote safeguarding and contribute to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative school team
- Patient, flexible, and committed to supporting pupils' individual needs
- Genuine enthusiasm for helping children achieve their potential
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Weekly pay ranging from £460 to £650, depending on your experience
- Work in welcoming schools with supportive teaching teams
- Build valuable classroom experience in a rewarding education setting
- Receive expert support from dedicated education recruitment consultants
- Help pupils develop the confidence and skills to succeed
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.