Job description
Job Title: Classroom Support
Location: Wimborne, Dorset
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time (Part-time can also be arranged for the right candidate)
Be the Helping Hand in the Classroom – Classroom Support Needed!
GSL Education are looking for a proactive and caring Classroom Support to join a welcoming primary school in Wimborne. This position is perfect for someone who is enthusiastic, patient, and eager to gain experience in education—ideal for support staff or university students. You’ll play a key role in helping students stay engaged, feel confident, and make steady academic progress.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students in mainstream lessons across various subjects, ensuring access to the curriculum.
- Deliver one-to-one and small group support to pupils who need additional help academically or emotionally.
- Assist the teacher in managing classroom activities, behaviour, and resources.
- Encourage student participation and engagement through positive reinforcement.
- Contribute to the development of learning strategies and personalised support plans.
- Observe and record students’ progress, reporting feedback to teaching staff and SENCOs.
- Uphold and promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and school policies.
Job Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient and positive attitude.
- Flexible and responsive to the needs of both students and staff.
- University students looking for rewarding roles are encouraged to apply.
- A genuine interest in education, inclusion, and helping students succeed.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly pay rate of £12.82, recognising your valuable skills and experience.
- Personalised guidance and recruitment support from an experienced consultant.
- Work in a positive school culture that values every member of its community.
- The chance to make a real impact on young learners, helping them build confidence and academic success.
If you're seeking a rewarding role where your presence and support can transform the classroom experience for young learners, this Classroom Support role in Wimborne offers the perfect opportunity to get involved and grow your educational career.
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 Support’ 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.