Secondary Teaching Assistant

Education Staffing; Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking experienced Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools in Swansea. This role involves assisting teachers, managing behaviour, and promoting a positive learning atmosphere for students. Ideal candidates are dedicated and have the right to work in the UK. Benefits include a competitive daily rate and access to CPD training.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Free CPD skills development courses

Wellbeing programme

Training for modern classroom practices

Qualifications

• Aged 21 and over.
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain.
• EWC registered.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers with behaviour management.
• Deliver additional instruction to reinforce learning.
• Assist with classroom activities and resources.

Skills

Behaviour management

Instructional support

Collaboration

Learning materials preparation

Education

DBS on the Update Service

EWC registration

Job description

To apply, you must show right to work in the UK

About the role

Connex Education is working in partnership with a number of secondary schools in the Swansea and Neath Port Talbot area to recruit experienced Teaching Assistants. In these roles, you will support class teachers with behaviour management, provide additional instruction, and assist with a variety of classroom activities. You should be confident working closely with pupils to reinforce learning, deliver one-to-one support where needed, and contribute to creating a positive and supportive learning environment across different school settings.

About the school

The school communities we work with are dynamic, diverse, and inclusive. A key strength across these schools is their broad and balanced curricula, complemented by dedicated support and expert guidance tailored to each pupil’s needs—ensuring every learner is set on the most suitable path toward a successful future. These schools share a strong belief that with hard work and a clear focus on goals, every student can reach their full potential. They are fully committed to fostering inspiring and challenging learning environments that provide every child with the best possible opportunities to thrive.

• Work across Key Stages 3 and 4 as a Secondary Teaching Assistant
• Support teachers in managing pupil behaviour within the classroom
• Deliver additional instruction to support student understanding
• Assist with a variety of classroom activities and day-to-day tasks
• Collaborate with pupils to reinforce learning and key concepts
• Provide personalised one-to-one or small group support when needed
• Help prepare learning materials and resources for lessons

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate.
• Free access to our CPD skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
• Wellbeing programme and fresher training for life in a 21 st century classroom.

Person Specification

• Aged 21 and over
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
• EWC registered

If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today.

Protected characteristics statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is dependent on qualification and experience.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom