Job description
Job Title: Classroom Assistant
Location: Fareham, Hampshire
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: Immediate/September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time (Part-time options available for the right candidate)
GSL Education are currently looking for a caring and passionate Classroom Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive secondary school in Fareham. You’ll become a trusted part of the classroom, helping students stay focused, feel supported, and enjoy their learning. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive and encouraging environment where every student can thrive. This is more than a support role — it’s a chance to inspire, motivate, and make every school day count.
Responsibilities of Classroom Assistant:
- Assist in delivering lessons and classroom activities under the teacher’s guidance.
- Offer one-to-one or group support to students who need extra help.
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage student engagement.
- Help with classroom organisation and resource preparation.
- Build strong relationships with students and staff to support a positive school culture.
- Follow safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies at all times.
Job Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people in any setting is desirable.
- A confident, compassionate, and patient approach to supporting learners.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Adaptability and a willingness to learn on the job.
- A commitment to student wellbeing, safety, and development.
- University students or recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Must have an up-to-date CV (covering the last 10 years with any gaps explained).
- An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.82, recognising your time and talent
- Full-time or flexible part-time options available
- A welcoming school with supportive staff and leadership
- Ongoing support from your dedicated GSL consultant
- Opportunities for long-term work or career development in education
- Refer a friend and receive a £100 bonus once they complete 5 days through GSL!
If you’re enthusiastic about working in education and want to build meaningful experience in a secondary school setting, apply today to become a Classroom Assistant in Fareham!
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 the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Classroom 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.