Teaching Assistant (Part-time)

Teaching Assistant – Secondary Academy – Swindon, Wiltshire

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Position: Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent
Start Date: July 2025
Salary (Actual): £23,656 - £25,183 Annually (FTE)
Grade: NJC Grade C to D

Our client, a welcoming and inclusive secondary academy based in Swindon, Wiltshire, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their student support team on a part-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people by supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide high-quality support to individuals and small groups, helping students to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-class support to students, ensuring access to learning and progress

• Work with individuals and small groups under the direction of teaching staff

• Support students with a range of learning needs, including SEND

• Assist in the preparation of learning resources and classroom activities

• Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour when required

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with young people, ideally within a school setting

• A caring, patient, and flexible approach to supporting learners

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to work as part of a collaborative team

• A commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of all students

Please note: Our client does not offer sponsorship.

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To apply, please email a copy of your up-to-date CV to ali.aslam@permanentworkforceresourcing.com

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