Secondary Teaching Assistant

Academics; Bath; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate and proactive Teaching Assistants to make a significant impact on students' lives. This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to secondary pupils with autism in a special educational needs provision. You will work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities, supervise students during breaks, and foster a positive learning environment. If you're looking to build a fulfilling career in education and have the empathy and skills to support diverse learning needs, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dedicated team and help students thrive academically and emotionally!

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an educational setting is essential.
• Must possess good behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with autism in their learning activities.
• Build positive relationships to promote academic success.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

ICT Skills

Education

Maths and English GCSE (Grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Bath - BA2

Do you want to make a real difference to students' lives while gaining valuable experience in an education setting?

We are currently recruiting for proactive, empathetic and passionate Teaching Assistants to work in a special educational needs provision for secondary pupils with autism in Odd Down - Bath (BA2).

This is the perfect role for someone looking to build a fulfilling career in education and support students with diverse learning needs.

• Start September 2025
• £90 - £125 per day, depending on experience
• Monday - Friday 8.30am to 4pm
• Term time only
• Bath - BA2, easily accessible by public transport

About the Secondary Teaching Assistant role:

• Provide extra support to students who all have a diagnosis of Autism.
• Work under the direction of teaching staff to deliver and adapt learning activities for pupils one-to-one or in small groups.
• Supervise pupils during break periods.
• Build positive relationships with students to promote their academic success and emotional well-being.
• Encourage students to develop self-confidence, resilience, and independence.

The right candidate:

• Maths and English GCSE (Grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent.
• Extensive prior experience within an education establishment as a learning support assistant, teaching assistant, unqualified teacher, etc.
• Possess good behaviour management skills and remain calm under pressure.
• Be confident with ICT skills, particularly Microsoft packages.

If you are interested in this Secondary Teaching Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson.

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.