Teaching Assistant

Job in Thornaby-on-Tees, North Yorkshire, TS17, England, UK

Listing for: GSL Education - Newcastle

Full Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-06-04

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90 GBP Hourly GBP 90.00 HOUR

Teaching Assistant

Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £90 £ 120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible

A welcoming and supportive school in Middlesbrough is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team. This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils in their learning and helping them achieve their full potential within the classroom.

The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with teachers to support pupils across a range of year groups and abilities. As a Teaching Assistant
, you will provide classroom support, work with small groups and help create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:

Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
Working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
Assisting with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
Promoting positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where required.
Helping to maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will:

Have previous experience working with children or young people.
Be patient, adaptable and supportive in approach.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
Be confident supporting pupils with varying abilities and needs.
Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
Have a fully checkable work history.

Benefits:

Dedicated consultant support throughout your career journey.
Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
Opportunities to work within supportive school settings.
Competitive daily rates of pay.
Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants.
Access to training courses to enhance knowledge and skills.

This Teaching Assistant role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Referral Bonus:

We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.

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