Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; New York; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support English and Maths in a thriving 11–18 secondary school with sixth form. This full-time, long-term role offers an immediate start and a chance to work within a supportive learning environment focused on student achievement and wellbeing.

The successful candidate will assist in delivering lessons, support learners in small groups, and help build confidence in core subjects while upholding safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Confidence supporting English and Maths.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient and adaptable approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students in English and Maths lessons.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Help students develop confidence and independence in core subjects.
• Provide targeted intervention support where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

English support

Maths support

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Teaching Assistant – English & Maths Support

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Immediate Start Available

Hereis a thriving 11–18 secondary school with sixth form. The school is committed to delivering high-quality education alongside excellent pastoral care and support, creating an environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good across all key areas, including Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Sixth Form Provision.

The school is known for its supportive learning environment, high expectations, and strong commitment to student achievement and wellbeing

Teaching Assistant Duties:

• Support students in English and Maths lessons
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons
• Help students develop confidence and independence in core subjects
• Provide targeted intervention support where required
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Ideal Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Confidence supporting English and Maths
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, supportive, and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk:

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal