Teaching Assistant

Description

University Students – Flexible Teaching and Support Roles available with GSL Education

Location: Cosham

Salary Scale: £13.80 to £15 per hour

Start: ASAP /September 2025

Working Hours: Part-Time | Flexible | Day-to-Day Supply

Are you a current student or a graduate looking to take the next step in your career?

Do you want a role that offers purpose, fulfilment, and a genuine sense of belonging?

Are you based in Cosham and ready to make a difference?

If you answered yes, this opportunity is for you!

Join a network of outstanding SEN schools across Cosham, supporting pupils with a range of needs including autism, severe learning difficulties, and profound and multiple learning disabilities.

In these Teaching or Support roles, you’ll work closely with teachers, support pupils in and out of the classroom, and play a vital role in helping students succeed both academically and personally.

Responsibilities of Teaching or Support Roles:

Provide 1:1 support to a child with high needs, including sensory needs, non-verbal communication, and personal care.

Assist in achieving learning and development targets for the child.

Collaborate effectively with teaching staff and other professionals to create an inclusive, supportive environment.

Foster an environment that promotes the child's independence and engagement in learning.

Implement personalised strategies for communication, behaviour management, and sensory support.

Requirements for the Teaching or Support Roles:

Passionate about working inclusively with children with additional needs.

Graduates or current university students with a desire to explore a career in education

Core subject degrees such as Maths, English, Science, History, Geography, or PE (for aspiring teachers)

Experience supporting children with SEN, including ASD, ADHD, and non-verbal communication (preferable but not essential)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Previous experience working in a similar setting is an advantage.

Benefits:

Flexible working hours to suit your availability

Day-to-day cover and part-time roles

Opportunities for professional development and training.

Supportive and welcoming work environment.

Supportive consultant with SEN experience in schools.

A rewarding role making a difference in a child's life.

To work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant or other Support roles, you should:

Have the right to work in the UK.

Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.

Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that these Teaching Assistant or other Support roles require 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.

For more details or to apply, please contact (url removed) at GSL Education. To apply for the role of a Teaching Assistant, please follow the application link or visit (url removed) to submit your application online

Ad ID: 5416980074