Post 16 Teaching Assistant

Post 16 Teaching Assistant Location: Hexham Salary: £75 - £110 per day Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting young adults in their educational journey? GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Post 16 Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic school in Hexham. This is a brilliant opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives, helping them achieve their full potential. As a Post 16 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students aged 16 and above, providing them with the support they need to succeed. Whether it's assisting with coursework, helping students with special educational needs, or offering one-to-one guidance, this role is key in fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities as a Post 16 Teaching Assistant: Assist in the classroom with academic and social development. Provide one-to-one support for students where needed. Help with preparation of learning materials and resources. Assist in managing classroom behaviour. Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored support plans. To be a successful Post 16 Teaching Assistant, you need: Experience working with students aged 16+ is preferred. Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude. Strong communication and organisational skills. A willingness to learn and adapt to different students' needs. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be 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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community. For more information or to register your interest in the Post 16 Teaching Assistant 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