Full Time Teaching Support Assistant

Position: Full Time Teaching Support Assistant

Salary Range: £12.82 per hour

Location: Christchurch

Start Date: September/October 2024

Working Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

GSL Education are supporting a local school in Christchurch in seeking a Full Time Teaching Support Assistant for September/ October 2024.

As a Teaching Support Assistant, you will be providing necessary support and contributing to the growth and development of primary school students. Although the school is mainstream primary, you will be supporting students with Special Education Needs on a 1:1 and small group basis. Therefore, any previous experience or knowledge of SEN is extremely desirable. This role will be supporting the class teacher with delivery of lessons, ensuring that all pupils are engaged and can access the learning. This will include facilitating and planning small group interventions to ensure that effective provision is in p[lace for children who are working below age-related expectations.

The ideal Teaching Support Assistant candidate will have relevant school and TA experience, a genuine love for young children and education, patience and empathy to work with challenging pupils. The position is open for candidates who are looking for permanent work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in classroom activities by collaborating with teachers to enhance the learning experience for primary school students.
• Focus on personalised student support, reinforcing concepts and assisting in their academic journey.
• Promote a positive and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging positive behaviour and contributing to a supportive school community.
• Assist in organising and preparing teaching materials, ensuring the classroom is equipped for effective learning.
• Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other support assistants to enrich the educational environment and contribute to the school's success.

To apply for this Teaching Support Assistant position, please submit your CV outlining your experience and explaining why you are the ideal candidate for the role, and one of our team will be in touch with you shortly, explaining the next steps!

To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Support Assistant, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.

• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.

• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service, and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists, and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Susie Beveridge at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education on the role, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.