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
Would you like to play a meaningful role in helping pupils grow in confidence and make progress with their learning?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are currently looking for a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (TA) to work in a school in Sheffield. This position would suit someone who enjoys working with children, can provide practical classroom support and is committed to helping pupils make the most of their educational opportunities.
You will work alongside teachers to support everyday classroom activities, assist pupils with their learning and help create an inclusive environment where every child feels encouraged to participate.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:
- Support teachers with daily classroom activities and lesson preparation.
- Provide individual and small-group learning assistance.
- Help pupils understand tasks and complete their classwork.
- Encourage positive behaviour and active participation.
- Support pupils' communication, confidence and independence.
- Prepare and organise classroom resources.
- Maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
Requirements for the Teaching Assistant role:
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
- A genuine interest in supporting children's learning and development.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
- Confidence supporting pupils with different learning needs.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
Benefits of working with GSL Education:
- Opportunities within schools across Sheffield.
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Valuable experience and opportunities for professional development.
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.