Secondary Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Highfields; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time role

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Tradewind Education seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a large secondary academy in Doncaster. This full-time role is ongoing with an ASAP start, offering stability and the chance to support students daily.

As part of a supportive team, you will assist teachers, help pupils access the curriculum, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment. Previous school experience preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and ability to build relationships with students.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support students in lessons across a range of subjects.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support as required.
• Help students access the curriculum and reach their potential.
• Support students with additional learning needs.
• Work with teachers to implement learning strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour and participation.
• Monitor and report on student progress as appropriate.
• Support broader pastoral and academic needs.
• Maintain a positive inclusive learning environment.
• Follow academy safeguarding policies.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Experience in school setting

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Location: Doncaster
Position: Secondary Teaching Assistant
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing
Agency: Tradewind Education

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity within a large and welcoming secondary academy in Doncaster?

Tradewind Education are currently recruiting for a full-time Secondary Teaching Assistant to join the academy on an ongoing basis, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced TA, or someone looking to develop their career within education, to make a real difference to the lives and learning of young people.

The Role

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide effective support to students across the academy. You will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, encourage positive behaviour and contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students in lessons across a range of subjects.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping students to access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
• Supporting students with additional learning needs and barriers to learning.
• Working closely with classroom teachers to implement effective learning strategies.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and participation.
• Helping to develop students' confidence, independence and social skills.
• Monitoring and reporting on students' progress where appropriate.
• Supporting the wider pastoral and academic needs of students.
• Maintaining a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Following academy policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

• Have GCSE Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in both English and Maths.
• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them succeed.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, approachable and able to build positive relationships with students.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Have a proactive and flexible approach to supporting students.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Have the ability to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Ideally have experience supporting students with additional needs, although this is not essential.

Why Work Through Tradewind Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Full-time, ongoing work.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to work in a range of excellent schools and academies.
• PAYE payroll, ensuring you are paid correctly and on time.
• A straightforward registration process.

If you are a dedicated, reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in a large secondary academy in Doncaster, we would love to hear from you.