Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Barnsley
Pay Rate: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Could you be the extra support that helps young people understand difficult concepts, stay motivated, and become more confident in their learning?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are recruiting committed and adaptable Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Barnsley. We are seeking individuals who can work effectively alongside teachers, provide targeted assistance where needed, and help create an inclusive environment where students can participate and progress.
As a TA, you will contribute to everyday classroom learning by reinforcing lesson content, supporting individuals and small groups, and encouraging learners to become increasingly independent.
Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide focused assistance during lessons and classroom activities
- Work individually and with small groups to reinforce key concepts
- Adapt resources and tasks according to different abilities and learning needs
- Encourage participation, confidence, and independent working
- Monitor progress and communicate useful observations to teaching staff
- Contribute to positive classroom routines and an inclusive learning environment
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
- Understanding of different learning needs and appropriate support strategies
- Ability to communicate effectively and establish positive relationships
- Confidence supporting individuals and small groups
- Patient, organised, reliable, and adaptable approach to classroom work
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Access attractive daily pay based on your experience
- Develop valuable classroom and learning-support skills
- Gain experience across different classes, abilities, and educational needs
- Explore flexible assignments alongside longer-term placements
- Receive ongoing support from dedicated education consultants
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.