Job Title: Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Redcar
Salary: £84 - £108 per day (depending on experience)
Start: Immediate
Contract: Daily Supply, Long Term
Are you passionate about helping students reach their full potential? GSL Education is looking for a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a fantastic secondary school in Redcar. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in students' learning and development.
About the Role:
As a Secondary Teaching Assistant (TA), you'll support teachers and students in delivering engaging lessons. Your role will help create a positive and inclusive environment where every student can succeed.
Key Responsibilities of a Secondary Teaching Assistant:
Provide one-to-one and small group support to students across different subjects.
Help teachers with lesson preparation, classroom management, and teaching strategies.
Foster a positive atmosphere that boosts students' confidence and encourages learning.
Support students with varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Monitor student progress and provide feedback to staff and parents.
Follow the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies to maintain a safe environment.
What We’re Looking in Secondary Teaching Assistant:
Experience working with secondary students is preferred.
Good knowledge of the secondary school curriculum and flexibility across subjects.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with students and staff.
A patient, proactive, and caring approach to supporting learners.
To work with GSL Education, you must:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
Have an enhanced DBS certificate on the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
What We Offer to a Secondary Teaching Assistant:
Competitive pay rates based on your experience.
A variety of teaching opportunities in different schools.
Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
The chance to work in schools that value quality teaching.
Safeguarding Commitment
This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the North East. For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV or contact Saif at
Also - we are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants! If you know of anyone who may be suitable – get them to apply