Post 16 Teaching Assistant

Post 16 Teaching Assistant (TA)

Location: Ashington

Pay: £84 - £108 per day 
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply | Long-Term Placements Available

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young adults? Here’s your opportunity to inspire, support, and help shape the future of learners aged 16 and over.

GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Post 16 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school community in Ashington. If you’re motivated, caring, and ready to support students with a range of learning needs, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Role:
As a Post 16 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students aged 16+, supporting them both in and out of the classroom. You will assist in delivering engaging lessons, provide tailored one-to-one support, and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive—academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Individual Learning: Help implement personalised learning plans.
• Provide Targeted Support: Offer 1:1 and small group assistance tailored to student needs.
• Monitor Progress: Track student development and adjust support as required.
• Collaborate with Staff and Families: Work closely with teachers, support teams, and parents/carers.
• Create a Positive Environment: Help build a space where students feel safe, respected, and encouraged.
• Engage Learners: Use a variety of strategies to maintain student interest and adapt to different learning styles.
• Keep Accurate Records: Maintain documentation of student progress and share insights with staff.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Previous experience supporting Post 16 students is essential.
• Communication Skills: Confident communicator with students, staff, and families.
• Empathy & Patience: A caring, understanding, and encouraging attitude.
• Team Player: Able to work collaboratively with others in the school setting.
• Qualifications: Educational qualifications are desirable, but passion and dedication are just as important.
• Safeguarding: A solid understanding of child protection and willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check (or have one on the Update Service).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates from £84 to £108 (depending on experience).
• A broad range of opportunities across schools in the Northeast.
• Supportive consultancy from a friendly, experienced team who are with you every step of the way.
• Opportunities to develop professionally and expand your skillset.
• A chance to work in schools that value and invest in their support staff.
• £100 referral bonus for every successful Teacher or TA recommendation!

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Post 16 Teaching Assistant (TA)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Ashington!

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 staff in schools across the UK. 

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