Teaching Assistant (GEMS)

Thomas Deacon Education Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Deacon Education Trust's GEMS program at Fitzwilliam Campus seeks a Teaching Assistant to support secondary students in re-engaging with learning and building confidence.

You will work alongside teachers to provide tailored support to individuals and small groups, helping students stay focused and develop positive learning habits in a calm, nurturing environment where every student feels safe and valued.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged students to re-engage with learning
• Provide tailored support to individuals and small groups
• Help students stay focused and develop positive learning habits

Job description

As a Teaching Assistant within GEMS (Growing Educational Minds Successfully) at our Fitzwilliam Campus, you will support secondary-aged students to re-engage with learning, build confidence and overcome barriers to success.

Working alongside teachers, you will provide tailored support to individuals and small groups, helping students stay focused, develop positive learning habits and achieve their potential. Through patience, consistency and strong relationships, you will help create a calm, nurturing environment where every student feels safe, valued and ready to succeed.