Job description
Job title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460–£600 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you a caring and adaptable Teaching Assistant who can help pupils feel supported, included and ready to learn?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) to work with a supportive school in Sheffield. This role is suited to someone who enjoys helping children develop their skills, supporting classroom activities and contributing to a positive learning environment.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:
- Support teachers with classroom activities and lesson preparation.
- Provide individual and small-group support to pupils.
- Help pupils understand tasks and remain engaged in learning.
- Encourage positive behaviour and support classroom routines.
- Adapt support to meet pupils' individual learning needs.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
- Help create an inclusive and encouraging classroom environment.
Requirements for the Teaching Assistant role:
- Previous experience working with children or young people as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar position is desirable.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Patient, encouraging and flexible approach to supporting pupils.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively within a school team.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
Benefits of working with GSL Education:
- Access to local education opportunities across South Yorkshire.
- Support from a dedicated consultant who will guide you throughout your placement.
- Competitive weekly rates and continued professional guidance.
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 across 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.