Job description
Job title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460–£650 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/Day-to-day, Full-Time/Part-Time
Are you a supportive and approachable Teaching Assistant who can help pupils build confidence and get the most out of their learning?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are currently looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) to support a school in Doncaster. This role would suit someone who enjoys working with children and young people, assisting with classroom activities and helping pupils make progress in a positive learning environment.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside teaching staff and contribute to pupils' everyday learning experiences. Whether helping individuals overcome learning difficulties or encouraging participation in group activities, your support will help create a classroom where pupils feel valued and motivated.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
- Help pupils understand instructions and complete learning tasks.
- Encourage positive behaviour and active participation.
- Support pupils with different learning abilities and individual needs.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
- Help maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming classroom.
Requirements for the Teaching Assistant role:
- Previous experience working with children or young people as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A patient, supportive and adaptable approach.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a school team.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
Benefits of working with GSL Education:
- Opportunities to work in local schools across Doncaster.
- Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant.
- Competitive weekly pay and valuable experience in education.
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.