Job description
Job Title: School Support
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately
Are you looking for a varied role where you can make a real difference to the day-to-day running of a school? GSL Education South Yorkshire are looking for enthusiastic and dependable individuals for a range of school support opportunities across Sheffield.
About the Role:
We have opportunities across different areas of school support, with positions suited to a variety of skills and experience. Roles may include school administration, general school support, lunchtime supervisor, breakfast club assistant and wraparound care.
Depending on the position, your duties could involve supporting office staff with administrative tasks, helping pupils during break and lunch periods, supervising children before or after school, assisting with daily school routines or providing general support to teaching and pastoral teams. Each opportunity is different, so your responsibilities will depend on the specific role, your experience and the requirements of the school.
These positions offer a rewarding way to become part of a school community, contribute to pupils' wellbeing and help ensure the school day runs smoothly.
About the School:
Our partner schools across Sheffield include a range of educational settings, each with its own approach and working environment. They share a commitment to providing safe, inclusive and supportive spaces where pupils can learn and develop. Whether working in an administrative capacity or directly supporting pupils, you will be joining teams that value reliability, collaboration and a positive attitude.
Responsibilities:
Depending on the specific position, your responsibilities may include:
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Providing administrative support, including answering enquiries, handling records and assisting with general office duties.
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Supporting the smooth running of daily school activities and routines.
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Supervising pupils during lunchtime, break times and other designated periods.
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Assisting with breakfast club activities and morning supervision where required.
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Supporting before-school and after-school provision as part of wraparound care.
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Helping pupils follow school routines and maintain appropriate behaviour.
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Communicating effectively with teachers, support staff, parents and other members of the school community where appropriate.
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Following school procedures to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
Requirements:
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks responsibly.
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A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work.
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Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
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Previous experience in schools, childcare, administration, customer service or a similar setting is desirable.
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A patient and approachable manner when working with children and young people.
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A genuine commitment to pupil welfare, safety and safeguarding.
To work with GSL Education as a School Support professional, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL 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.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
If you are interested in exploring school support opportunities across Sheffield and have the skills to contribute to a busy school environment, we would love to hear from you. Submit your full and up-to-date CV today to be considered for suitable positions.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.