Classroom Assistant

We are recruiting a committed Classroom Teaching Assistant to support learners aged 16 to 18 within a specialist secondary setting.

This is a full-time role with an immediate start, ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people at a key stage of their education.

Working hours: 8.45am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

This is a nurturing, well-structured and forward-looking educational environment that places learners at the heart of everything it does.

Staff are valued, supported and encouraged to grow, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, consistency and positive outcomes. The setting is known for its calm atmosphere, excellent resources and clear routines that help learners thrive.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide classroom-based support to learners during lessons

• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence

• Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and preparation

• Build positive, professional relationships with learners and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 6 months’ childcare experience, particularly supporting learners with SEN

• Experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable

• A full UK driving licence is essential due to the school’s location

• Reliable, patient and enthusiastic approach

• Right to work in the UK

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay of £13.75 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE

• Dedicated education consultant for ongoing support

• Free access to CPD and training courses

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

• Pension contributions and wellbeing support

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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