Job Title: KS3+ Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Nottingham
Pay Rate: £90 – £110 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Are you a compassionate and proactive individual ready to support secondary school pupils in Key Stage 3 and beyond?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated KS3+ Teaching Assistant to join a school in the Nottingham area from September 2025. As a KS3+ TA, this role offers the opportunity to assist pupils’ learning, support teachers in the classroom, and help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for older students.
As a KS3+ Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Support teachers in delivering lessons and classroom activities for KS3+ pupils.
* Provide individual or small group support to help pupils achieve their academic goals.
* Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and engagement in learning.
* Monitor and record pupils’ progress and communicate feedback to teachers.
* Contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive, and stimulating classroom environment.
Requirements for KS3+ Teaching Assistant:
* Previous experience working with secondary school pupils is desirable.
* A patient, approachable, and adaptable approach.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any employment gaps.
What GSL Education Offers:
* Competitive daily pay rates.
* Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
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.
To apply for the position of KS3+ Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.