Teaching Assistant (TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Bovington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Bovington
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time

GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant (TA) for a magnificent school in Bovington. This role offers an epic educational experience promoting academic success and personal growth.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you will be a vital part of students' journeys, helping them excel in their coursework while fostering personal growth. In this vital role, you will work closely with a specific pupil, offering tailored assistance to ensure they can fully engage with the curriculum and school life. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for education and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in a child's academic and personal development.

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to a specific student, assisting with academic tasks and promoting engagement in classroom activities.
• Implement tailored strategies and interventions to support the student's individual learning needs and goals.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages the student's social, emotional and academic growth.
• Monitor and record the student's progress, providing regular feedback to teachers, parents and relevant professionals.
• Assist the class teacher in developing and maintaining Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and personalised learning programmes.
• Promote the student's independence and self-confidence, encouraging active participation in school activities.
• Collaborate with the wider school team to ensure a consistent and supportive approach to the student's education.

The successful candidate will:

• Have prior experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Possess a strong understanding of individualised learning strategies and effective techniques to support diverse learning needs.
• Have good organisational abilities, strong communication and classroom management skills and the capacity to run a classroom efficiently.
• Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach.
• 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).

Join GSL Education Today!

• Access to ongoing professional development and training specific to one-on-one support and personalised learning.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment with a network of experienced educational professionals.
• Opportunities for career growth within the field of special educational needs and inclusion.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the life of a student, helping them to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
• Constant support from a dedicated consultant.

We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and contribute to shaping the future of the learners. Apply now to be a part of our client school in Bovington if you are a passionate Teaching Assistant (TA) with a genuine interest in helping students succeed academically!

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.