Secondary Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Shrivenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Work-life balance

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-16 in Swindon. You will work alongside teachers and the SENDCo to aid lesson access, monitor progress and promote an inclusive learning environment.

In this day-to-day role, you will foster positive relationships, adapt tasks for diverse learning needs, and help students stay engaged during the school day, within standard term-time hours.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience and adaptability, strong classroom management.
• Attitude: Proactive, friendly and reliable with a genuine desire to help students.
• Requirements: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support individual students or small groups in lessons to help access the curriculum.
• Assist pupils with additional learning needs (SEN) adapting tasks to ensure inclusivity.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and productive learning environment throughout the day.
• Build strong relationships to boost confidence, motivation and classroom engagement.
• Collaborate with class teachers and SENDCo to monitor and report student progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Classroom management

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Swindon

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them reach their full academic and personal potential? We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school team in Swindon. If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives of students aged 11-16, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

• Support individual students or small groups in lessons to help them access the curriculum effectively.
• Assist pupils with additional learning needs (SEN), adapting tasks and resources where necessary to ensure inclusivity.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment throughout the school day.
• Build strong, encouraging relationships with students to boost their confidence, motivation, and classroom engagement.
• Collaborate closely with class teachers and the SENDCo to monitor, track, and report on student progress.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience working with children or young people, whether in schools, youth work, sports coaching, or care settings.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, combined with patience, adaptability, and strong classroom management support.
• Attitude: A proactive, friendly, and reliable approach with a genuine desire to make a difference in young people's lives.
• Requirements: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive Daily Rate: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, depending on your experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent schedule of 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, during term time.
• Supportive Environment: A welcoming school setting with a collaborative staff team and dedicated opportunities for your professional development.
• Contract Type: Day to day