Job description
Job Title:Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £92 – £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to inspire and support young people in their educational journey?
GSL Education Hull Branch are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to work across a range of supportive and forward-thinking schools in York. We are looking for a caring, motivated, and adaptable individual who is passionate about helping students achieve their academic, social, and personal goals within a positive learning environment.
Teaching Assistant Role:
The successful Teaching Assistant will work alongside teachers and support staff to provide high-quality classroom assistance, helping students remain engaged, confident, and motivated throughout the school day. We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with young people, provide tailored learning support, and contribute to an inclusive and welcoming school community.
Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to students across a range of subjects and abilities
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and preparing learning resources
- Support students with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs where required
- Encourage positive behaviour, participation, and independence within the classroom
- Monitor student progress and communicate effectively with teachers and the wider support team
- Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all students
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational or support setting is desirable
- A genuine passion for supporting students' learning and personal development
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
- A patient, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting young people
- A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
- An up-to-date CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained)
- An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or willingness to apply
To apply to work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant in York, or to find out more about this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout York.