Teaching Assistant

Description

Exciting Teaching & Support Opportunities for Students and Graduates | GSL Education

Location: Southsea

Salary Scale: £13.80 to £15 per hour

Start: ASAP /September 2025

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

Are you a university student or recent graduate looking to kickstart a rewarding career in education?

GSL Education are offering a range of flexible and full-time/ part-time Teaching or Support opportunities across Southsea schools, perfect for those eager to gain hands-on classroom experience. You’ll work with pupils with Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs, supporting them both academically and socially.

Roles Available:

Graduate Teaching Assistants – support pupils in primary or secondary classrooms, helping them develop confidence and a love of learning.

SEN Support Assistants – work with children with Autism, ADHD, PMLD, and other additional needs, supporting both learning and wellbeing.

Behaviour Support Assistants – guide pupils with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively in school and develop resilience.

General Classroom Assistants – assist teachers in creating engaging lessons and encourage pupils to reach their potential.

Whether you’re considering a future in teaching, psychology, social work, or youth support, these roles will give you the skills, confidence, and experience to thrive.

Teaching or Support roles- Southsea - Term time only – September 2025 Start

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: 5416980094