Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Rye, East Sussex
Pay Rate: £110 – £120 per day
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible)

Job Description:
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and supportive Secondary School in Rye. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people’s learning, wellbeing, and development in a secondary school environment.

You will work closely with teaching staff to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support on a one-to-one basis and in small groups

• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom preparation

• Support students with SEN or additional learning needs

• Encourage positive behaviour and student engagement

• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people (preferred)

• A patient, proactive, and positive approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rate of £110 – £120

• Flexible working opportunities

• Supportive school staff and leadership team

• Valuable experience in a secondary school setting

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about education and committed to supporting students in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short cover note outlining your experience.

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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