Job description
Looking for a Teaching Assistant in Doncaster!
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate Start
Are you passionate about helping young people succeed in the classroom? A supportive secondary school in Doncaster is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide valuable learning and pastoral support to pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside subject teachers to support pupils with their learning, engagement and development. You may provide support across different departments, work with individuals or small groups, and help pupils stay focused during lessons and transitions.
You will also play an important part in supporting pupils who may need additional help with their learning, behaviour or confidence, including those working towards their GCSEs.
About the School:
This inclusive secondary school is committed to providing a supportive and well-structured environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work closely together to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and strong support for pupils throughout their secondary education.
Responsibilities:
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Support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 with their learning and classroom engagement.
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Work alongside subject teachers to provide effective in-class support.
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Provide one-to-one and small-group assistance where required.
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Help pupils stay focused and prepared during lessons and transitions.
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Support appropriate behaviour and encourage positive participation.
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Assist pupils with additional learning needs where appropriate.
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Share relevant observations and feedback with teaching and pastoral staff.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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A patient, calm and encouraging approach.
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Confidence supporting pupils across different subjects and year groups.
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Ability to work effectively alongside teachers and wider school staff.
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A genuine commitment to helping young people progress.
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Experience within a secondary school or similar educational setting is advantageous.
To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant (Secondary), 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 two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
If you are ready to support young people in their education and make a positive difference in the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply for this Teaching Assistant (Secondary) role, please submit your full and up-to-date CV today.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.