Advanced Teaching Assistant

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Advanced Teaching Assistant

Location: York, North Yorkshire

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: £83 - £100 per day

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a knack for supporting students special needs? If so, we want you to join our dedicated team at an excellent Client Secondary School in York, North Yorkshire, to join asan Advanced Teaching Assistant starting in January 2026.This position is ideal for individuals who aspire to make a significant difference in the lives of students and contribute to their educational journey.

Advanced Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
• Assist in planning and delivering interventions and activities to support students' reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students who need additional help with literacy, tailoring approaches to meet individual learning need.
• Work alongside teachers in the classroom to support instruction, helping to manage resources and support students during lessons.
• Prepare and organize materials and resources for use in lessons and interventions.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education.
• Supervising students during activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Contributing to the overall school community through active participation.

Advanced Teaching Assistant Requirements
• Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience working as a Teaching Assistant, preferably with a focus on in a secondary school setting.
• Strong understanding of effective teaching methods and intervention strategies.
• Strong organizational skills to manage resources, plan interventions, and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to adapt and work collaboratively in a dynamic educational environment.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies for supporting students with SEN.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for a new one.

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.

For more information, or to apply for the role of Advanced Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education or submit an up to date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the official GSL Education website to apply online.