Secondary Teaching Assistant - Learning Support & Inclusion

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a high-performing school in Fulwood (PR2), Preston. You will support Key Stage 3 and 4 learners with diverse needs, enabling access to the national curriculum.

Working with teachers and the SENCO, you will deliver in-class targeted support, 1:1 and small-group interventions, and assist with EHCP monitoring and pastoral care, helping students build independence while safeguarding at every step.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary pupils (11–16) in a school, tuition centre, youth group, sports coaching, or care setting.
• Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent), or a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registration or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• In-Class Targeted Support across English, Maths, Science, and Humanities.
• 1:1 and Small-Group Interventions focusing on literacy, numeracy, study skills and exam prep.
• SEMH & Pastoral Care to support neurodivergent students and emotional regulation.
• EHCP Milestone Tracking with the SENCO to monitor progress against targets.
• Promoting Independence by scaffolding tasks to build confidence and resilience.

Skills

Communication & Presence

Education

Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent)

Bachelor’s Degree (Psychology, Education, English, Sociology, Sports Science)

Job description

Support Secondary Learners Where It Matters Most

Are you looking for a fulfilling classroom role in a secondary school environment with straightforward commuter access across Preston and South Ribble?

We are recruiting a Secondary Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated inclusion and learning support team at a high-performing secondary school in Fulwood (PR2).

This role is ideal for experienced Level 2/3 Teaching Assistants, university graduates considering a future PGCE, or youth mentors passionate about breaking down academic and social barriers for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students (ages 11-16).

Working alongside subject teachers and the school SENCO, you will support students with varied learning needs-including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), and speech & language needs-both within general classrooms and through small-group intervention sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• In-Class Targeted Support: Circulate secondary classrooms (covering English, Maths, Science, and Humanities) to assist pupils who require differentiated guidance to access the national curriculum.

• 1:1 and Small-Group Interventions: Deliver pre-structured booster sessions focusing on literacy, numeracy, study skills, and exam prep.

• SEMH & Pastoral Care: Foster a calm, focused working environment; assist neurodivergent students with emotional regulation, sensory adaptations, and anxiety management.

• EHCP Milestone Tracking: Work closely with the SENCO to monitor pupil progress against specific Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.

• Promoting Independence: Scaffold tasks to build confidence and resilience, ensuring students learn to think independently rather than relying entirely on adult guidance.

Who We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent), or a relevant Bachelor's Degree (Psychology, Education, English, Sociology, Sports Science).

• Experience: Experience working with secondary-aged pupils (11-16) in a school, tuition centre, youth group, sports coaching, or care setting.

• Communication & Presence: Approachable, patient, and articulate, with the confidence to build strong, professional relationships with young people and secondary teaching staff.

• Location: Accessible to Fulwood / North Preston via the M6 (J32), A6 Garstang Road, or local Preston bus routes.

• Safeguarding: Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service (or willing to complete an immediate application).

What We Offer

• Direct Route to Permanent: Try before you commit via an initial 12-week agency transition leading directly onto a permanent school support contract.

• Free On-Site Parking: Easily accessible school campus with free staff parking in Fulwood.