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Creative Teaching Assistant – Redcar and Cleveland

Location: Redcar and Cleveland
Salary: £90–£120 per day, dependent on experience
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible

A welcoming and supportive school in Redcar and Cleveland is seeking a creative, enthusiastic and dedicated Creative Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for creativity, the arts and working with children and young people to use their skills to support pupils' learning, confidence and personal development.

As a Creative Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide classroom assistance, lead engaging creative activities and support pupils through art, music, drama, crafts and other practical learning experiences. The role may also involve 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide classroom support across a range of subjects and year groups.

  • Plan and assist with engaging creative and practical learning activities.

  • Use art, music, drama, crafts and other creative approaches to encourage pupil engagement.

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs.

  • Support pupils with SEND, ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs.

  • Encourage pupils to express themselves through creative activities.

  • Promote confidence, communication, teamwork and emotional wellbeing.

  • Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organisation and learning resources.

  • Support pupils who experience barriers to learning or behaviours that challenge.

  • Encourage positive behaviour and active participation in classroom activities.

  • Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.

  • Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

The Ideal Creative Teaching Assistant Will Have

  • Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, creative, community or educational setting.

  • A passion for art, music, drama, crafts, design or other creative activities.

  • A relevant qualification or experience in a creative subject would be advantageous.

  • Experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional learning needs.

  • Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support.

  • A patient, enthusiastic and adaptable approach.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

  • The ability to use creativity to encourage pupil engagement and self-expression.

  • Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD or behaviours that challenge would be beneficial.

  • A willingness to support classroom learning across different subjects.

  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

  • A fully checkable employment and reference history.

Benefits

  • Competitive daily rates of £90–£120 per day.

  • Flexible and full-time opportunities available.

  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

  • Access to training courses to enhance your knowledge and skills.

  • Opportunities to work across a range of schools in Redcar and Cleveland and the wider North East.

  • Potential opportunities for longer-term and permanent positions.

Safeguarding Commitment

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and verification of employment history in line with our safeguarding procedures.

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If you are a Creative Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Redcar and Cleveland, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss available Creative Teaching Assistant positions and how GSL Education can support your next career move.

Referral Bonus: Recommend a Teacher or Teaching Assistant to GSL Education and receive £100 when they successfully complete the required placement criteria.

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