Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Beaminster
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Salary: Dependent on experience

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity from September? Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming secondary school in Beaminster who are looking to appoint a committed Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and enjoys helping young people overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide additional support to students, helping them build confidence, remain engaged and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students.

• Supporting pupils with their learning across a range of subjects.

• Helping students stay focused and engaged during lessons.

• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and resources.

• Supporting students with additional learning or behavioural needs where required.

• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping create an inclusive classroom environment.

• Building positive and professional relationships with students and staff.

• Contributing to the wider life of the school.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people.

• Is passionate about supporting students to succeed.

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Is patient, approachable and able to build positive relationships.

• Can work effectively as part of a team.

• Is confident supporting students with a range of abilities and needs.

• Has a positive and adaptable approach to working in a busy school environment.

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within a school setting is advantageous, although candidates with relevant experience in youth work, childcare, mentoring or other support-based roles are also encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay based on experience.

• A full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026.

• The opportunity to work within a supportive secondary school.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.

• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training.

• Opportunities to develop your experience within the education sector.

• Potential opportunities for longer-term or permanent positions.

Apply Today

If you're a Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in Beaminster, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV, or contact Teaching Personnel for more information about this Teaching Assistant position.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant checks and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

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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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