Secondary Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a proactive Secondary Teaching Assistant to support learning in Brent, North West London. You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, supporting students individually and in small groups.

The role is full-time and temporary with the potential for a permanent position, depending on school requirements. An essential aspect is maintaining a positive learning environment, safeguarding compliance and collaborative teamwork

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting students' learning and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist with classroom activities, written tasks and learning objectives.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Encourage good behaviour and student engagement.
• Provide support to students needing help with progress, confidence or engagement.
• Adapt support to meet diverse abilities and learning styles.
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and learning materials.
• Monitor progress and communicate observations to staff.
• Promote independence, confidence and social development.
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety policies.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to promote achievement and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

Team player

Patience

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistant

Secondary Schools | Brent, North West London

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Schools in Brent are seeking enthusiastic and committed Secondary Teaching Assistants to support students' learning, promote positive behaviour and help young people achieve their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school environment with good student behaviour and a positive atmosphere for learning. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to provide classroom support, encourage student engagement and contribute to students' academic progress and wellbeing.

Role Details

• Location: Brent, North West London
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Contract Type: Temporary, with the potential for a permanent position, subject to the school's requirements and agreement
• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and the applicable employment arrangements
• Key Stage: Secondary, KS3 and KS4
• Behaviour: Good student behaviour and a positive learning environment
• Parking: On-site parking available, subject to availability

The Role

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons across the secondary curriculum.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning and improve understanding.
• Assist students with classroom activities, written tasks and other learning objectives.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Encourage good behaviour, student participation and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Provide additional support to students who require help with their academic progress, confidence or engagement.
• Adapt support to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning styles.
• Assist teachers with preparing classroom resources and learning materials.
• Monitor students' progress and communicate relevant observations to teaching staff.
• Promote students' independence, confidence and social development.
• Follow school policies on safeguarding, behaviour management, inclusion and health and safety.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to promote student achievement and wellbeing.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within a secondary school setting.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting students' learning and development.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with students and staff.
• Has a proactive, patient and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
• Can encourage positive behaviour and help maintain an effective learning environment.
• Is confident supporting students with varying abilities and educational needs.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Candidates with previous school experience and those looking to develop their careers in education are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the requirements of the role.

What's on Offer?

• A full-time Secondary Teaching Assistant opportunity in Brent.
• The opportunity to work in a school with good student behaviour and a positive learning atmosphere.
• A supportive environment where you can contribute to students' academic and personal development.
• The potential for a permanent position, subject to the school's requirements and agreement.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience and develop your career in education.
• The chance to work alongside experienced teachers and other education professionals.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

The recruiting school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check where legally required, in accordance with applicable legislation and safer recruitment guidance.

Recruitment and employment arrangements will be handled in accordance with applicable employment legislation and relevant requirements relating to pay, written employment particulars, working time, holiday entitlement and fair treatment.