Secondary Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education recruitment ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Local school opportunities

CPD and training opportunities

Longer-term pathways

Job summary

Veritas Education is actively recruiting enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistants to support a range of Lancashire schools. We offer flexible day-to-day, short-term, and ongoing temporary assignments across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Teaching Assistants who want to help students succeed academically and personally, with DBS checks in line with safeguarding policies and a supportive education consultant team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in a secondary school setting.
• DBS check required or willingness to obtain one.
• Able to adapt to different school environments and support needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 in the classroom.
• Assist with delivering engaging lessons alongside teaching staff.
• Provide one-to-one and small group intervention support.
• Support students with additional learning needs where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and student engagement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Secondary school experience

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistants Required

Flexible Day-to-Day & Short-Term Opportunities Across Lancashire

Join Veritas Education

Veritas Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistants to work in a variety of secondary schools across Lancashire. We have a range of flexible opportunities available, including day-to-day supply, short-term placements, and ongoing temporary assignments.

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting students and helping them succeed both academically and personally.

The Role:

• Supporting students across KS3 and KS4 within the classroom
• Working alongside teaching staff to deliver engaging lessons
• Providing one-to-one and small group intervention support
• Assisting students with additional learning needs where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and student engagement
• Adapting to different school environments and settings

We Are Looking For:

• Qualified Teaching Assistants (Level 2, Level 3 or equivalent)
• Previous experience working within a secondary school setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible and professional approach
• A passion for supporting young people in their education
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What Veritas Education Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Opportunities in a wide range of local secondary schools
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Potential pathways into long-term and permanent roles

Whether you're looking to gain experience in different school settings, return to education after a break, or secure flexible work around other commitments, Veritas Education would love to hear from you.

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'