Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant- KS3 to KS4
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £94 - £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a recent graduate currently aspiring to gain practical classroom experience in a secondary school setting?

GSL Education are excited to invite applications for Graduate Teaching Assistants to join secondary schools across Barnsley, covering students of KS3 to KS4.

About the Role:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA), you will provide essential classroom support, helping students overcome challenges and achieve their academic potential. You ll assist teachers in creating engaging learning environments and play a key role in shaping the educational experiences of students.

Responsibilities of a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GRAD TA):

• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students who require additional assistance.
• Assist with lesson preparation and the organisation of learning materials.
• Encourage and support students in building confidence and achieving their goals.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Promote positive behaviour management and support a safe learning environment.
• Engage in extracurricular activities to enrich students' overall learning experiences.
• Collaborate with school staff to address individual student needs and challenges.

If you re eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners- we would like to hear from you!

Grad TA Qualification & Skills:

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor s or Master s degree in any discipline such as Psychology, Education, or similar fields is advantageous.
• Prior experience working with young people (paid or voluntary), especially with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• A genuine passion for education and the drive to support young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students and staff.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm to thrive in dynamic classroom environments.
• An interest in pursuing a career in teaching or educational support.

• Be able to provide a ten-year career history with relevant reference details covering the last two years, including your most recent place of academic employment.

• An enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willing to apply for one.

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 for staff in schools across the Barnsley.

For more information or to register your interest in the Graduate Teaching Assistant- KS3 to KS4 role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.