Secondary Teaching Assistants required in Bolton and Bury!

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bolton is seeking Secondary Teaching Assistants to support students in small groups. This role is perfect for graduates or individuals with teaching experience, aiming to gain classroom experience before pursuing further qualifications. Successful candidates will help maintain a positive learning environment and provide essential support to students with additional needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in secondary schools.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding and Prevent training.

Responsibilities

• Assist small groups of students with intervention support.
• Help maintain a calm and consistent learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Behaviour Management

Education

GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 & above

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistants required in Bolton and Bury!

This position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals with teaching assistant experience aiming to gain classroom experience before pursuing a PGCE in September 2025 or 2026.

You will work with small groups of students to provide intervention support and assist within the classroom. As a teaching assistant, you will help maintain a calm and consistent learning environment.

Contract/Position Details:

• Location: Bolton/Bury
• Position: Teaching Assistant
• Start date: ASAP
• Contract type: Temporary, Full-time
• Minimum rate of pay: GBP 95 per day
• Hours: 08:30 – 15:30

Experience, Training, and Qualifications:

• Secondary school experience or evidence of working with children
• GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 & above
• Up-to-date Safeguarding, Prevent, and behaviour management training (training can be provided if needed)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered with the online update service or willingness to apply for one
• Minimum of two references covering the last 2 years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with students aged 11–16 across the school
• Experience coaching young people or working in youth/sport settings
• Calm, patient, positive attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Genuine desire to support students with additional needs