Teaching Assistant

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School; Chapel-en-le-Frith; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapel-en-le-Frith High School is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support learning across a mainstream secondary curriculum and a large SEN provision. The role involves assisting in lessons, promoting positive behaviour, and providing personal care where needed.

It is suitable for graduates seeking school experience prior to teacher training, with opportunities for progression within the school's support staff structure.

Qualifications

• Assist in lessons and provide behaviour support
• Support students with special educational needs
• Provide personal care where appropriate

Responsibilities

• Support learning in class with activities and one-to-one support
• Assist with behaviour management and safeguarding in line with school policy
• Prepare resources, monitor progress and support assessments as required

Job description

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant. Our school is a mainstream secondary school that also hosts a large provision for students with moderate to severe special educational needs.

Teaching assistants take on a wide range of roles in school, from academic support in lessons, to behaviour support and personal care. Some specialist teaching assistant roles in school will bring with them an increase in salary.

The post would suit candidates seeking a career as a teaching assistant, or recent graduates wanting to gain school experience before undertaking teacher training.

Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026 - 9.00am

Interview date: Week commencing 12th October 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.