Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant - Leeds

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Leeds; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 24 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

KPI Recruiting Ltd is recruiting a Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Leeds. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a pay of £500–£515 per week.

A relevant degree is required to be considered, and you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, assisting teachers and providing targeted help. This is an excellent entry point into secondary education, offering classroom and pastoral support, opportunities for professional development, and a path to

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant Degree to be considered for this role.
• Experience working with young people is beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsabilités

• Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Assisting teachers during lessons and classroom activities
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support
• Supporting students with additional learning needs
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and engagement
• Encouraging positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning
• Supporting students with classwork and homework where required
• Helping prepare and organise classroom resources
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Supporting the wider school team with pastoral and learning activities

Connaissances

Relevant Degree

Strong communication

Patient & empathetic

Reliable & professional

Team player

Formation

Degree in relevant field

Description du poste

Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant - Leeds

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to young people's learning and development?

LS11, Leeds
Pay: £500 - £515 per week
Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm

Please note, you must hold a relevant Degree to be considered for this role.

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive secondary school in the Leeds area. The school is committed to providing a positive, inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential, develop confidence, and become independent learners.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop their career within secondary education.

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students across Key Stages 3 and 4, providing classroom support and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Why This School?

The school has created a positive culture built around high expectations, strong relationships, and a genuine commitment to student success. Staff are well supported and encouraged to develop professionally, making this an excellent setting for someone looking to build their experience within secondary education.

You will become a valued member of the school team, supporting students both academically and pastorally while helping create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4


• Assisting teachers during lessons and classroom activities


• Providing one-to-one and small-group support


• Supporting students with additional learning needs


• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and engagement


• Encouraging positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning


• Supporting students with classwork and homework where required


• Helping prepare and organise classroom resources


• Building positive relationships with students and staff


• Supporting the wider school team with pastoral and learning activities

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young people and committed to helping students reach their full potential.

You will be:

• Experienced in or passionate about working with young people


• A confident and effective communicator


• Patient, approachable, and empathetic


• Reliable, enthusiastic, and professional


• Able to build positive relationships with students


• Comfortable working as part of a wider school team


• Committed to supporting students' academic and personal development

Previous experience working within a secondary school, college, SEN, youth work, or similar setting would be advantageous, although applications from candidates with transferable experience are also welcomed.

What You'll Receive

• £500 - £515 per week


• Weekly pay


• Monday-Friday working hours


• Supportive and experienced leadership team


• Excellent mentoring and guidance


• Opportunities for professional development


• Experience within a welcoming secondary school


• Potential for ongoing and permanent opportunities


• Supportive working environment


• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives

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