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Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Salary Scale: £83 – £100 per day
Start Date: 7th January 2025
Employment Type: Part-Time, 0.6 FTE

GSL Education are currently looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work at an outstanding Secondary School in York, North Yorkshire. This role will involve supporting students on a 1:1 and small groups, under the direction of the SENCO.

About the School:

The school provides education to students aged 11-18 and has been graded to be ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED in their quality of education, personal development, leadership and management and their sixth-form provision.
They strive to create a learning environment where students are inspired to reach their full potential and achieve success in all areas of their lives.
They welcome all children as well as prioritise admission for children with SEND.
They offer a range of training opportunities to help the teachers stay at the forefront of educational practices.
They create a welcoming environment where all members of the school community feel safe, at ease, and accepted.
They use small group intervention to target gaps in understanding in core subjects.
For SEN children who require adaptations to accommodate their requirements, the school ensures access arrangements are in place to support their normal approach of working and, when necessary, deploys teaching assistants.
Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

Support class teachers and other key staff with lesson delivery.
Provide 1:1 and small group support to students including those with special educational needs.
Build rapport with young people and create an inclusive environment.
Assist with differentiated learning activities.
Support students with social, emotional, and academic challenges.
Be dedicated to supporting students in reaching their full potential.
Teaching Assistant Requirements:

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Academic Mentor or in a similar role.
Experience working with SEN students, ideally within a secondary school setting is preferred.
Relevant qualifications in education or a related field.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one with 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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

To apply for the role of Teaching Assistant in York, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online