Job description
Are you passionate about supporting children’s education and ready to step into a rewarding classroom-based role?
Job Title: Classroom Support
Location: Christchurch, Dorset
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time
GSL Education are currently recruiting for a Classroom Support to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Christchurch, Dorset. This full-time role is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in an educational setting, including university students pursuing education, psychology, or related fields.
About the Role:
As a Classroom Support, you will work closely with the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning experiences. You will assist with day-to-day classroom tasks, provide individual and small-group support, and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality lessons.
- Assist pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups to help them stay engaged and achieve learning objectives.
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil participation.
- Help prepare resources and set up learning activities.
- Foster a safe, welcoming, and supportive atmosphere for all students.
- Support children with additional learning or emotional needs as required.
Ideal Candidate Must Have:
- University students in education, child development, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
- Previous experience working with children, whether in a school, youth setting, or through volunteering, is desirable.
- A genuine interest in education and a commitment to pupil welfare and development.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and 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.
- Excellent opportunity to gain classroom experience and develop your career in education.
- Full support from a dedicated GSL consultant.
- Refer a friend and earn a £100 bonus once they complete 5 days of work through GSL.
If you’re ready to begin or build your career in education, apply now to join a committed and inclusive school community with GSL Education in Christchurch.
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.
Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn £100!
Know someone who would be a great fit for this role? Refer a friend to GSL Education and receive a £100 bonus once the referral has worked for 5 days through GSL Education!