Teaching Assistant (TA)

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Newham
Salary Range: £90-£100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: ASAP
Contract: Full-time and Long-Term
Working Hours: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm 

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) with experience in supporting primary-aged pupils? Do you have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum and phonics interventions?

If so, GSL Education are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Newham. This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to make a real impact by supporting pupils’ learning and development within a nurturing school environment.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you will work closely with class teachers to provide targeted support to pupils across various year groups. The role requires a strong understanding of the primary curriculum, particularly phonics instruction, to help enhance literacy skills among young learners. You will be responsible for delivering phonics interventions and providing individual and small-group support to ensure all students can access the curriculum effectively.

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Deliver phonics interventions to enhance literacy skills and reading comprehension.
• Provide tailored support to pupils, both on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Support teachers in delivering the primary curriculum, adapting learning materials to suit individual needs.
• Assist with classroom management to create an inclusive and structured learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers to help inform lesson planning.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, promoting confidence and engagement in learning.
• Assist children with additional learning needs, ensuring they receive appropriate support.
• Encourage and support pupils’ social and emotional well-being, helping them develop essential life skills.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and parents to support pupils’ holistic development.

Requirements of the Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum, with a particular focus on literacy and numeracy.
• Phonics experience, including the ability to deliver phonics interventions to improve reading and writing skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate young learners, fostering a love for learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Strong behaviour management skills, ensuring a structured and supportive classroom environment.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3) or equivalent experience.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) with a passion for helping students achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rate.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to school facilities and resources for lesson preparation.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Teaching Assistant (TA)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Newham!

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 ‘Teaching Assistant (TA)’ 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.