Job description

Job title: Level 3 TA

Location: Hartlepool

Salary: £95–£115 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time

Are you a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent and effective support to students in the classroom?

GSL Education Newcastle Branch are currently seeking a committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant (TA) to work with a school in Hartlepool. This is an opportunity to work alongside teachers and provide students with the support they need to engage with lessons and develop their confidence and independence.

As a L3 Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support students during lessons and classroom activities.
  • Provide one-to-one and small-group assistance where required.
  • Help students follow instructions and complete learning tasks.
  • Assist teachers with classroom resources and activities.
  • Encourage positive behaviour and independent learning.
  • Monitor student engagement and communicate relevant observations.
  • Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Requirements: 

  • A relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification is desirable.
  • Previous experience supporting children or young people as a Level 3 TA is desirable.
  • Experience working in education, childcare or a similar setting would be beneficial.
  • Patient, reliable and organised approach.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to support students with varied learning needs.
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
  • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Why Join GSL Education?

  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Access to suitable education opportunities across the Hartlepool.
  • Competitive daily rates.
  • Ongoing guidance and support from an experienced education team.

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 across the Newcastle.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Level 3 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.