Secondary Level 3 Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Flexibility to choose when you work

Referral scheme: up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd. is partnering with a mainstream secondary school in Bradford to recruit a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant for day-to-day supply cover. The role focuses on 1:1 SEND support across KS3/KS4, supporting inclusive teaching and helping students stay engaged, confident and progressing academically.

This is an immediate start on a part-time, on-site basis with competitive daily rates. You will work closely with teaching staff to implement personalised learning plans and deliver

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting students across KS3/KS4 within a UK secondary school.
• Experience providing 1:1 SEND support.
• Understanding of inclusive teaching strategies and positive behaviour management.
• Excellent communication and ability to build relationships with students and staff.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable with a passion for supporting learners with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEND support and assist with classroom activities.
• Deliver targeted interventions and track progress.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to keep students engaged and supported.

Skills

SEND experience

Classroom support

Communication skills

Patience & adaptability

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Secondary Level 3 Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Secondary School based in Bradford, who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant. The school supports students across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4, including young people with a range of SEND needs, with a focus on providing an inclusive learning environment where students can develop their confidence, independence and academic abilities.

The school is looking to take on a flexible Secondary Teaching Assistant for day-to-day supply cover, with an immediate start available. The successful Secondary Teaching Assistant will be responsible for providing 1:1 SEND support, assisting students with classroom activities, delivering targeted interventions and working closely with teaching staff to ensure students remain engaged and supported throughout their learning.

The successful Secondary Teaching Assistant will have:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Experience supporting students across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4 within a UK secondary school
• Experience providing 1:1 support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND
• A good understanding of inclusive teaching strategies, positive behaviour management and individual learning plans
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and teaching staff
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach, with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional learning needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• Flexibility to choose when you work
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
• Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £90 to £105 a day

Hours: Part-time

Location: BD1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 16 Oct 2026

Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Corporate Information

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