Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Location: Sheffield S5

Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time

Start Date: Immediate Start

Do you have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and a genuine interest in helping primary-aged children thrive in the classroom? A supportive primary school in Sheffield S5 is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team.

About the Role:

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include assisting with lessons, working with individuals and small groups, and helping children stay engaged with their learning. You may support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, depending on the needs of the school.

About the School:

This welcoming primary school is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where children can build confidence and develop their skills. The staff team works collaboratively, with a strong focus on positive behaviour, effective learning and supporting the individual needs of pupils.

Responsibilities:

* Support the class teacher with daily lessons and classroom activities.

* Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils make progress.

* Assist children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 with age-appropriate learning.

* Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive classroom behaviours.

* Support children with additional learning or SEN needs where required.

* Prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials.

* Monitor pupils' engagement and provide relevant feedback to the class teacher.

Requirements:

* Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent is desirable.

* Previous experience working within a primary school setting.

* Good understanding of supporting children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.

* Strong communication and teamwork skills.

* A patient, caring and consistent approach.

* Ability to support positive behaviour and maintain a calm classroom environment.

* SEN experience or relevant additional needs experience is advantageous.

To work with GSL Education as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary), you should:

* Have the right to work in the UK.

* Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.

* Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

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.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).

If you're ready to use your experience and skills to make a difference in a primary classroom, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply for this Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Primary) role, please submit your full and up-to-date CV today.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.

For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Joe Ganley at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.