Job description
Teaching Assistant – Scunthorpe
Location: Scunthorpe
Salary: £93–£110 per day, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible
GSL Education is looking for motivated and supportive Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Scunthorpe. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a positive difference in children’s education by helping pupils overcome learning challenges, develop new skills, and feel confident in the classroom.
We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistants as well as graduates, university students, and aspiring teachers who are keen to gain practical experience in a school setting. If you are patient, approachable, and passionate about helping young people succeed, this could be the right opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the class teacher with daily lessons and classroom activities.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils understand their learning.
- Encourage pupils to participate, build confidence, and work independently.
- Help create a positive, inclusive, and well-organised learning environment.
- Assist with preparing classroom materials and educational resources.
- Promote positive behaviour and support pupils’ social and emotional development.
- Adapt support to meet pupils’ individual learning needs.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- A genuine interest in children’s learning and development.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A calm, patient, and encouraging attitude.
- The ability to follow instructions and adapt to different classroom situations.
- A reliable and flexible approach to work.
- Previous experience in a school or childcare setting is beneficial but not always essential.
- An interest in becoming a teacher or pursuing a long-term career in education would be an advantage.
What GSL Education Offers
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible opportunities, including full-time and part-time placements.
- Valuable classroom experience in local schools.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
- Opportunities to develop your skills and explore future roles in education.
Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
To register your interest in the Teaching Assistant role in Scunthorpe, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our friendly consultants will be in touch soon.