Job description
A Teaching Assistant is required to help students in one-to-one basis in Lincoln!
Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Lincoln
Salary: £88.94 - £104.94 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: After May half term 2025
Contract Type: Full-time
GSL Education are looking for a patient and supportive 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming schoolin Lincoln to work closely with students who need that extra bit of help. You’ll be there to guide them through their lessons, offering the individual support they need to feel confident and reach their full potential.
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant (One-to-one TA), you will provide individualised support to a student who requires additional help to access learning and reach their full potential. You will be supporting a specific student with their educational and social development. This may include assistance with classwork, helping them understand tasks, and offering emotional encouragement throughout the day.
Responsibilities for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant (TA):
- Provide tailored support to a student on a one-to-one basis within the classroom.
- Assist with understanding class instructions and encourage engagement in learning.
- Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and support staff.
- Promote independence while offering support when required.
- Encourage positive behavior and emotional regulation.
- Help adapt learning materials and classroom tasks to the student’s ability level.
- Build a positive and trusting relationship with the student and wider school team.
1:1 Teaching Assistant (TA) Qualifications:
- Previous experience in one-to-one support such as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant role or similar educational setting, is desirable.
- A degree in Psychology, Education or a similar field.
- Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance are preferred.
- A caring, calm, and supportive attitude.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Understanding of how to support students with varying learning needs.
To thrive in this role, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
- Possess an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive pay reflective of your experience and skills.
- Supportive consultants committed to your career success.
- Access to professional development and training.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the 1:1 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.