1 Teaching Assistant (TA)

GSL Education

  • Sheffield
  • £95-110 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Sheffield, S10
Pay Rate: £95 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-timeDedicated to helping pupils thrive? Make an impact as a 1:1 TA!GSL Education are looking for a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work closely with a child in a school in Sheffield. As a 1:1 TA, you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to offer personalised support, enabling a pupil with special educational needs to achieve their full potential within a caring and supportive learning environment.As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
  • Providing direct one-to-one support tailored to the needs of an individual pupil.
  • Assisting with learning activities and adapting resources to match the child’s abilities.
  • Supporting the pupil’s emotional, social, and behavioural development.
  • Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents to monitor progress.
  • Encouraging independence and confidence in daily learning tasks.
  • Ensuring the pupil feels safe, supported, and included in all school activities.
To be successful as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you should:
  • Have previous experience supporting children, ideally on a one-to-one basis.
  • Be patient, empathetic, and adaptable to changing needs.
  • Possess strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
  • A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any gaps in employment over the last 10 years.
What GSL Offers:
  • Competitive daily pay rates.
  • Opportunities to work in supportive and welcoming schools.
  • Ongoing professional development.
  • Expert guidance from a dedicated education consultant.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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.If you are ready to make a real difference in the life of a child as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, click ‘apply now’ to send your CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch shortly.

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