Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £92 – £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who enjoys helping children and young people reach their full potential? GSL Education Hull Branch are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a school setting in York.
This role is ideal for someone who can provide effective classroom support, build positive relationships with pupils and help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. You will work alongside teachers to support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, helping them build confidence and become more independent learners.
Main Responsibilities
- Support teachers in delivering classroom activities and helping pupils access the curriculum.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to reinforce learning and address individual needs.
- Assist pupils who may experience learning, behavioural, social or emotional challenges.
- Encourage positive behaviour, participation, confidence and independence.
- Help prepare learning resources and adapt activities to support different abilities.
- Monitor pupils’ engagement and progress, sharing relevant observations with teaching staff.
Minimum Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, childcare, care or similar setting is desirable.
- Understanding of different learning needs and the importance of inclusive education.
- Patient, empathetic and adaptable approach to supporting pupils.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for short-term, long-term and permanent positions.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to relevant training and professional development.
- Opportunities to gain experience across different educational settings.
If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in York, we would love to hear from you.
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.