Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about helping young people build confidence in the classroom and get the most out of their education? A secondary school in Doncaster is looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside subject teachers to support students with their learning across different areas of the curriculum. You will help pupils understand lesson content, stay engaged with classroom activities and develop greater independence in their studies. Whether supporting individuals or working with small groups, you will play an important part in helping students make progress and feel confident in their learning.
About the School:
This inclusive secondary school aims to provide a positive and structured learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their potential. Teaching and support staff work closely together across departments, sharing ideas and providing the guidance pupils need to succeed both academically and personally.
Responsibilities:
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Support students with learning activities across Key Stages 3 and 4.
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Work alongside subject teachers to deliver effective classroom support across different departments.
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Provide one-to-one and small-group assistance to help pupils understand lesson content.
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Help students stay focused, engaged and organised during lessons.
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Support pupils with literacy, numeracy and subject-specific tasks where required.
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Encourage independent learning and positive classroom participation.
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Assist students with lesson transitions and help maintain a calm, orderly environment.
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Monitor progress and share relevant feedback with teaching staff.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with secondary-aged children or young people is desirable.
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A good standard of English and Maths, with the ability to support pupils across the curriculum.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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A patient, approachable and proactive attitude.
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Confidence supporting students with different learning needs and abilities.
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Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
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A genuine interest in helping young people develop academically and personally.
To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant, 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 enjoy working with young people and can bring a supportive, encouraging approach to the classroom, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered for this opportunity.
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.