Secondary Teaching Assistant

New Directions Holdings Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

New Directions Education is recruiting enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to support a number of secondary schools across the Leeds area. We are looking for individuals with previous classroom experience who are passionate about helping young people succeed.

While full-time availability is preferred due to the needs of our schools, we are also happy to consider candidates seeking part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Previous classroom experience is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Patient, adaptable and proactive approach.
• Confidence supporting learners across KS3 and KS4.
• Experience with SEN/SEMH is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 within the classroom.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students who require additional assistance.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Support students with varying academic abilities and additional learning needs.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour support.
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence.

Skills

Classroom experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Student engagement

Patience

Job description

New Directions Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to support a number of secondary schools across the Leeds area.

We are looking for individuals with previous classroom experience who are passionate about helping young people succeed. While full-time availability is preferred due to the needs of our schools, we are also happy to consider candidates seeking part-time or flexible working arrangements.

The Role

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 within the classroom.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students who require additional assistance.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Support students with varying academic abilities and additional learning needs.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour support.
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within a classroom environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach.
• Confidence supporting learners across a range of subjects.
• A genuine passion for education and helping young people achieve their potential.

Experience supporting students with SEN, SEMH, or additional learning needs would be advantageous but is not essential.