Secondary - Sen Teaching Assistant

Reed; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & support

Work across schools

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a long-term role at a secondary school in Lancaster. You will support students one-to-one or in small groups, helping with learning, behaviour, and social development, including pupils facing dyslexia or other challenges.

The role offers full-time hours, an immediate start, and the chance to work across multiple classrooms while receiving high-quality training and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Qualifications

• Reliable and committed to supporting students.
• Excellent role model qualities such as compassion, trustworthiness and politeness.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills are essential for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support children one-on-one or in small groups to enhance learning and development.
• Assist with educational, behavioural, and social development of students.
• Work closely with teachers to tailor support to individual needs.
• Help create a supportive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Monitor and record students' progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents.

Skills

Reliability

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Punctual

Patience

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

• Annual Salary: £16.35 per hour
• Location: Lancaster
• Hours: Full-time (8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday)
• Immediate start

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a long-term role at a secondary school in Lancaster. This role involves working either one-on-one or in small groups, supporting children with their educational, behavioural, and social development. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping children, particularly those who face challenges such as dyslexia, disabilities, or health issues.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Support children one-on-one or in small groups to enhance their learning and development.
• Assist with the educational, behavioural, and social development of students.
• Work closely with teachers to tailor support to individual student needs.
• Help create a supportive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Monitor and record students' progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated reliability, commitment, and interest in working with students.
• Excellent role model qualities such as compassion, trustworthiness, politeness, and good listening skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be trustworthy, punctual, patient, and confident when working with children.
• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:

• High-quality training and support.
• Opportunities to work across several schools.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant to support you within your role.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children's barred list check and satisfactory referencing.