Begin Your Journey in Education – Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post-16) in Ashington!
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (Post-16)
Location: Ashington
Salary: £84 - £108 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and a desire to support young adults in achieving their academic goals?
GSL Education are welcoming applications for a dedicated and ambitious Graduate Teaching Assistant to work with Post-16 learners in an inclusive and forward-thinking educational setting in Ashington.
This role offers a unique opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, or youth workers to gain valuable classroom-based experience while making a meaningful contribution to the personal and academic development of students aged 16 and above.
About the Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support Post-16 students across a range of academic pathways, including A-levels, vocational qualifications, and transition support programmes. Your role will involve working closely with teaching staff to deliver high-quality interventions, promote independent study, and ensure that all learners receive the tailored support they need to succeed.
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.
Job Requirements:
* 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 does GSL Education Offer?
* Competitive daily pay rates that reflect your qualifications and experience.
* Access to long-term placements in supportive sixth form and FE environments.
* Guidance from experienced education consultants throughout your assignment.
* Free safeguarding training and CPD opportunities to support your professional growth.
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.
Are you ready to inspire and support the next generation of learners?
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Graduate Teaching Assistant – Post 16’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at sheikh.saifgsleducation for more information.
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