Graduate Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Brighton • Full-time • East Sussex, East Sussex, GB • £11 - £12 / hour • 3w ago

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: £89 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and supporting young learners?
GSL Education are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Graduate Teaching Assistant (GRAD TA) to join primary and secondary schools across Eastbourne. This is a perfect opportunity for those considering a future in teaching or educational psychology and want to gain hands-on classroom experience.

About the Role:
As a Graduate TA, you’ll work closely with teaching staff to support students both academically and emotionally. From delivering 1:1 support to assisting with group activities, you'll play a key role in building pupil confidence and helping them stay engaged in their learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide tailored support to pupils, including those with SEN or EAL needs
Assist in preparing and setting up classroom resources
Support students during lessons and promote positive behaviour
Help deliver interventions and targeted academic activities
Collaborate with teachers to monitor pupil progress and development
Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

Job Requirements:

A degree (any subject) – education or psychology-related fields are a bonus
Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
A genuine interest in working in schools and supporting learning
Good communication skills, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one)

What We Offer:

Daily pay ranging from £89 to £100, reflecting your expertise and dedication
Ongoing support and dedicated consultants who truly understand your career goals
Opportunities to work in a range of vibrant and welcoming primary schools in the local area
The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives and develop valuable classroom experience

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.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Graduate 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.