Trainee Teaching Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Location: Sheffield
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: £70 – £85 per day
Are you a recent Graduate looking to work in the Education sector?
Do you aspire to become a SENCO, Teacher or Education Psychologist?
GSL Education’s South Yorkshire office are seeking a number of Graduates to work as a Trainee Teaching Assistant within a local SEN School. With a variety of roles available, you can gain invaluable experience in a local School, whilst receiving competitive pay rates and on-going support from your dedicated Consultants.
As the ideal candidate, you will:
- Hold a degree at 2:2 or higher or be in your second year of university studies.
- Have a genuine desire to work in the education sector.
- Be passionate about supporting the academic and social development of children and young people.
- Be available on a flexible basis, at least 2 days per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only.
- Hold a Child Only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one.
In return, GSL Education will offer you:
- A supportive and forward-thinking team of education professionals, within a Special Needs School.
- The flexibility of full time or part time work, to suit your needs.
- A dedicated Consultant who will support you throughout your placement and offer interview guidance where required.
- The chance to gain a fixed term or permanent contract at a local Special Needs School.
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our roles are subject to relevant checks and procedures. GSL Education also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education relevant CPD courses.
To apply for the job role of Trainee Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, please call Jett Jackson at GSL Education on 0114 399 3815, or apply using the application link.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Teaching Assistant roles across GSL Education's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £9 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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