Secondary Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Basford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding support

CPD courses access

Market-leading pay

Referral bonus £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant for a mainstream secondary school in Liverpool. The role supports teachers across subjects, assists with small groups, and helps prepare classroom resources to maintain a productive learning environment.

The position starts immediately on a short-term contract. Candidates with A Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent and experience with 11-16 age groups are preferred, with strong behaviour management and a proactive

Qualifications

• Experience in managing behaviour in a classroom setting.
• Ability to deliver small group interventions and support classroom activities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and relationship-building with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers across different subjects in a secondary school.
• Work with small groups of pupils needing additional support.
• Help prepare classroom resources and materials for lessons.
• Reinforce positive behaviour to maintain an effective learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Small group interventions

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (A Level 2/3)

Job description

Job Title: Secondary Teaching Assistant
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £110-£150 per day

Do you have a passion for education and enjoy helping young people overcome challenges in their learning?

Are you confident managing classroom behaviour and encouraging students to stay focused and motivated?

Would you thrive in a busy secondary school environment where no two days are the same?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school in Liverpool, seeking a motivated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school focuses on creating an engaging learning environment where pupils are supported to participate actively in lessons and build the skills needed to succeed throughout their secondary education.

The school is looking to appoint a Secondary Teaching Assistant for a short-term position with an immediate start. The successful Secondary Teaching Assistant will assist teachers across different subjects, work with small groups of pupils who require additional guidance, help prepare classroom resources and reinforce positive behaviour to maintain a productive learning environment.

The successful Secondary Teaching Assistant will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable

• Previous experience working with young people aged 11-16 in a school or similar setting

• Experience delivering small group interventions or assisting with classroom activities

• An understanding of behaviour management strategies within secondary education

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to follow teachers' instructions effectively

• A proactive approach, resilience and the confidence to build positive relationships with pupils

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

• Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• 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.

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.