Secondary Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Englishcombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Secondary Teaching Assistant for a special educational needs provision in Bath. The role focuses on supporting students with autism, encouraging their development and independence. Ideal for those looking to build a rewarding career in education.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a learning support assistant, teaching assistant, or unqualified teacher.
• Good behaviour management skills, calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide extra support to students with Autism.
• Supervise pupils during breaks.
• Adapt learning activities for students.

Skills

Behaviour management

Confidence with ICT

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft packages

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
• Working 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.

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Bath