Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools

Inspire Learning. Build Confidence. Shape Futures.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Secondary Schools Across Bath
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available
Start Date: September

Looking for a Career That Makes a Difference?

Every successful student has someone who believed in them. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting secondary school students throughout their educational journey, helping them build confidence, develop new skills, and achieve their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, support students in and out of the classroom, and make a genuine impact every day.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, graduate, youth worker, sports coach, support worker, or someone looking to start a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school, you will help create a positive and engaging learning environment where every student can succeed.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Assisting pupils who require additional academic or pastoral support.
• Helping to maintain a positive and productive classroom environment.
• Encouraging student participation, confidence, and independence.
• Supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) where required.
• Building positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive learning behaviours.

Why Become a Teaching Assistant?

A Teaching Assistant role offers an excellent pathway into education and is ideal for individuals considering careers in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• SEN Support
• Counselling
• Youth Work
• Social Work
• Pastoral Support
• Child Development
• Behaviour Support
• Education Leadership

Working as a Teaching Assistant provides invaluable classroom experience and the opportunity to develop a broad range of skills in a supportive school environment.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Is passionate about supporting young people and education.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Is patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic.
• Has excellent organisational skills.
• Can motivate and inspire learners of all abilities.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
• Has experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).

Ideal Experience

Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in:

• Teaching Assistance
• Learning Support
• SEN Support
• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Mentoring
• Residential Childcare
• Social Care
• Tutoring
• Nursery and Childcare Settings
• Behaviour Support
• Graduate Education Roles

What You'll Gain

• Valuable experience within a secondary school setting.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Access to a supportive network of education professionals.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.
• Exposure to a variety of teaching styles and educational settings.
• Potential long-term and permanent career opportunities.
• A rewarding and fulfilling role where no two days are the same.

Apply Today

Apply today and become a Teaching Assistant who helps students grow in confidence, achieve their goals, and unlock their potential.

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, connecting talented education professionals with schools across England and Wales.

We specialise in matching exceptional candidates with rewarding opportunities in primary schools, secondary schools, SEN provisions, and alternative education settings. Every year, we help thousands of educators and support staff build fulfilling careers while supporting schools in creating positive learning environments.

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.
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