Job description
General Teaching Assistant
Location: York
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: March 2026
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated General Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in York.
About the School
This inclusive primary setting places strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing and academic development. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing and structured learning environment where all pupils are supported to reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
* Support teaching and learning in the classroom
* Provide small group or 1:1 support
* Assist with classroom preparation and organisation
* Promote positive behaviour and engagement
Requirements
* Experience working within a primary setting
* Positive and proactive attitude
* Strong communication skills
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.