Flexible Day-to-Day Teaching Assistant – Secondary

Randstad Education; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

Term-time schedule

Flexible days per week

Job summary

Randstad Education in Castle Cary is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant for day-to-day supply. Join a supportive local school and gain valuable experience across KS3/KS4 with flexible day-to-day availability, ideal for graduates or TAs seeking local opportunities.

The role offers term-time hours, a structured daily schedule, and the chance to support pupils with SEN while building diverse classroom experience within a friendly school community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people (11–16) in school, youth group, tutoring or care setting preferred.
• Strong communication skills with an approachable, confident manner.
• Proactive attitude and ability to hit the ground running in different classroom settings each day.
• Based in or able to commute easily to Castle Cary.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or equivalent; a degree or TA qualification is an advantage but not essential.
• Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support individual students or small groups across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (Years 7–11) during lessons.
• Assist class teachers with general classroom support, keeping students focused and engaged in their tasks.
• Help implement tailored support for students with SEN or additional learning requirements.
• Promote positive behaviour and foster a welcoming, safe learning space.
• Adapt quickly to different subjects, age groups, and classroom environments throughout the school day.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Proactive attitude

Local to Castle Cary

Education

GCSE English/Maths C/4

TA qualification (Level 2/3)

Job description

Randstad Education in Castle Cary is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant for day-to-day supply. Join a supportive local school and gain valuable experience across KS3/KS4 with flexible day-to-day availability, ideal for graduates or TAs seeking local opportunities.

The role offers term-time hours, a structured daily schedule, and the chance to support pupils with SEN while building diverse classroom experience within a friendly school community.