Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: GBP90 - GBP110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Do you have a passion for helping young learners grow, thrive, and succeed in the classroom?

A friendly and inclusive primary school in Eastbourne is looking for a proactive and dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide full-time classroom support. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in children's learning and development.

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils who may need additional help.
• Assist with classroom management, preparation of learning resources, and displays
• Foster a positive, safe, and encouraging learning environment.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting observations to teaching staff.
• Support pupils emotional, social, and academic development
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and professional development as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a primary school or childcare setting is desirable.
• A positive, patient, and adaptable approach to learning support.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA or childcare) are beneficial.
• Have an updated CV ( covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps ) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Consultant support throughout your placement.

If you're ready to support children in reaching their full potential and are passionate about inclusive education, apply today to become a valued Teaching Assistant in Eastbourne .

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 Teaching Assistant (TA) 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.