Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Secondary School Teaching Assistant
Salary: £89- £110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Long-term
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary schoo.  This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and keen to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

You will be working closely with teachers and other support staff to help students reach their full potential, providing tailored academic and emotional support both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, either one-to-one or in small groups

• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management

• Encourage and motivate students to engage in learning

• Support pupils with additional learning needs or behavioural challenges

• Contribute to a positive and inclusive school environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience supporting young people (school or youth setting preferred)

• A genuine passion for education and helping others succeed

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

• A valid child workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a dedicated consultant who will support your career development

• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle

• Opportunities for CPD and training, including Safeguarding and SEN 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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