Impactful Secondary Teaching Assistant - Student Support

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Church Village; On-site; GBP 1,100,000 - 1,310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

CPD training

Dedicated Education Consultant

Long-term, short-term, and permanentop

Flexible working options

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a welcoming secondary school in the Pontypridd area. The role involves assisting teachers and students to maintain an engaging, inclusive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children, strong communication, and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to support academic, behavioural, and emotional needs throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school, childcare, youth work or related settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, enthusiastic, and adaptable in challenging environments.
• Commitment to supporting students both academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Support pupils needing extra help with learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Assist teachers with lesson prep and classroom organisation.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and communicate updates to staff.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience and adaptability

Passion for education

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a welcoming secondary school in the Pontypridd area. The role involves assisting teachers and students to maintain an engaging, inclusive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children, strong communication, and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to support academic, behavioural, and emotional needs throughout the school day.