1:1 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Hull
Salary: £84 - £97 Per Day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: January 2025 or Sooner
Contract Type: Day-to-Day/Long Term, Full-Time/Part-Time

Are you passionate about supporting students on a one-to-one basis? Do you have the dedication and empathy to make a positive impact in the lives of students who need additional support?

GSL Education are excited to offer the opportunity for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Hull, starting in January 2025 or sooner.

About the Role:

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will provide focused, tailored support to a specific student, ensuring their needs are met throughout the school day. You will work closely with the class teacher to create a supportive, inclusive learning environment where the student can excel. Your role will involve offering both academic and emotional support, adapting learning strategies to suit the individual needs of the student and ensuring they feel encouraged and engaged in their learning journey.

Key Responsibilities of the 1:1 Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one support to a student with specific learning needs, helping them access the curriculum effectively.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher to create and implement personalised learning plans.
• Support the student in both academic tasks and social interactions, promoting independence and self-confidence.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, ensuring the student feels safe and supported.
• Monitor the student’s progress and provide regular feedback to the teacher, making any necessary adjustments to learning strategies.
• Assist with any additional tasks as required to support the student’s learning and well-being.

What We Are Looking for in a 1:1 TA:

• A passion for working with students on a one-to-one basis and helping them achieve their potential.
• Previous experience as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant or in a similar role is preferred, but not essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting students with individual learning needs.
• A commitment to making a positive difference in the life of a student.

To Work with GSL Education, You Should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV and two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Have an Enhaned DBS registered with the Update Service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily pay rates of £84 - £97 per day, depending on experience.
• Flexible contract options, with full-time, part-time, day-to-day, or long-term roles available.
• A welcoming, supportive school environment where you can make a real difference to a student's education and well-being.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

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. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

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 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.