Secondary School Ta Need Experience

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Professional development

Long-term career progression

Supportive leadership

Impact on student development

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an experienced Secondary Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 in a welcoming secondary school environment.

The role involves assisting teachers, supporting pupils with SEN, and helping create a positive learning atmosphere to help students thrive academically and personally.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school.
• Experience supporting students with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD or learning difficulties is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across a range of secondary subjects.
• Work with students one-to-one and in small groups.
• Support pupils with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Encourage student engagement, confidence and independence.
• Assist with intervention programmes and targeted support sessions.
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold school policies.

Skills

SEN support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you an experienced Secondary School Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Do you have a passion for supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 within a welcoming and inclusive secondary school environment.

The Role

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting both teachers and students, helping to create a positive learning environment where all pupils can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across a range of secondary subjects.
• Work with students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Support pupils with SEN, behavioural needs, and additional learning requirements.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management.
• Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Encourage student engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Support the implementation of intervention programmes and targeted support sessions.
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold school policies.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a secondary school.
• Experience supporting students with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or learning difficulties is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates and permanent salary options.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive school leadership teams.
• Long-term career progression within education.
• The chance to make a genuine impact on students' academic and personal development.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or Behaviour Mentor looking to further your career within secondary education, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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