Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Chorley

Contract: Full-time

Rate of Pay: From £14.25 per hour

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Teaching Personnel are seeking a motivated and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive secondary school team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers to support students aged 11–16, helping them achieve their full academic and personal potential.

Key Responsibilities

-          Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects

-          Provide one-to-one and small group support to students, including those with SEN

-          Assist with classroom management and behaviour support

-          Help prepare learning materials and resources

-          Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

-          Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

About the School

-          A strong culture of high expectations, excellent behaviour, and academic achievement.

-          A supportive and welcoming environment where staff wellbeing and professional development are valued.

-          Dedicated to developing confident, compassionate and successful young people through a broad and ambitious curriculum.

-          Extensive opportunities for students to participate in sport, arts, leadership programmes, charitable activities and enrichment experiences.

-          Strong emphasis on pastoral care, inclusion and the personal development of every student.

-          Led by an experienced leadership team committed to continuous improvement and excellence in Catholic education

What We’re Looking For:

-          Experience working with young people (in schools or similar settings preferred)

-          A passion for education and supporting student development

-          Strong communication and interpersonal skills

-          Patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude

-          GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above)

-          Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential

Why Choose Teaching Personnel

-          Weekly pay via PAYE

-          Access to a dedicated recruitment consultant

-          A welcoming and supportive school community

-          A role that offers variety and valuable experience

-          Ongoing training and professional development via our CPD academy

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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