Teaching Assistant (TA)

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA)

Location: Suffolk

Salary Range: £84 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)

Start: Immediately

Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Do you have the passion, patience, and dedication to be the guiding hand that empowers every student’s journey in the classroom?

GSL Education are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic and progressive school in Suffolk, where you will play a key role in shaping young minds and guiding students on their path to success!

About The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the class teacher in delivering dynamic lessons and ensuring that all students receive the assistance necessary for academic success.

Responsibilities Of The Teaching Assistant

• Work with the class teacher to deliver inclusive lessons tailored to diverse needs.
• Support daily activities to foster an engaging learning environment.
• Provide focused assistance to small groups and students needing extra help.
• Build positive student relationships, supporting social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Track and report student progress to inform and enhance learning strategies.
  
  

Requirements Of The Teaching Assistant

• Hold a bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• A proactive, compassionate approach to supporting students and adapting to their unique needs.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanour to connect effectively with students and staff.
• A genuine passion for education and a commitment to helping students thrive.
• Prior experience in a teaching assistant role is beneficial.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to adapt to various classroom dynamics.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
  
  

Join our team in Suffolk and play a vital role in creating an inspiring learning space, where you’ll support students in overcoming challenges and celebrating their achievements. This opportunity is more than a job—it’s your chance to impact every school day meaningfully.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to training and resources to enhance your skills.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
  
  

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 Suffolk!

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 ‘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.