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General Teaching Assistant
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £90–£110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term; Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you a passionate individual eager to make a difference in the classroom? Do you have the drive to support pupils in achieving their full potential across a variety of subjects and age groups?
GSL Education are currently seeking dynamic and flexible General Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools across Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking to work in education, including aspiring teachers, experienced support staff, or graduates hoping to gain valuable classroom experience.
As a General Teaching Assistant (General TA), you will work closely with teachers to provide academic and behavioural support to students across the curriculum. You may support individuals on a 1:1 basis, lead small intervention groups, or assist within the classroom to help maintain a positive and effective learning environment.
Your Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant (TA):
* Assist the teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities
* Provide tailored support to individual students or small groups
* Promote positive behaviour and uphold school policies
* Support with classroom management and organisation
* Assist in the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources
* Provide feedback to teachers on student progress and engagement
* Encourage student participation and boost confidence
* Support pupils with reading, writing, and numeracy tasks
* Help with lunchtime, break duties, or extracurricular activities when required
* Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and encouraging school atmosphere
General TA Candidate Requirements:
* Experience working with children or young people in any setting, mostly in schools as a Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant or similar, is desirable.
* A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE, NVQ Level 2/3) in Teaching Assistant or Childcare is desirable but not essential
* A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Education, Science, Psychology or a similar field is desirable but not essential.
* A strong desire to support students in achieving their academic and personal goals
* Effective communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
* Ability to work flexibly and adapt to different school environments
* Have an updated CV and an Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
Why Join GSL Education?
* Competitive daily rates of pay
* Flexible work arrangements to suit your availability
* Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
* Support from dedicated education consultants every step of the way
If you have a desire to start your career in education and have flexibility in your life, apply today as a General Teaching Assistant!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the General 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.
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