Secondary Teaching Assistant

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Swindon

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them reach their full academic and personal potential? We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school team in Swindon. If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives of students aged 11-16, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

• Support individual students or small groups in lessons to help them access the curriculum effectively.
• Assist pupils with additional learning needs (SEN), adapting tasks and resources where necessary to ensure inclusivity.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment throughout the school day.
• Build strong, encouraging relationships with students to boost their confidence, motivation, and classroom engagement.
• Collaborate closely with class teachers and the SENDCo to monitor, track, and report on student progress.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience working with children or young people, whether in schools, youth work, sports coaching, or care settings.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, combined with patience, adaptability, and strong classroom management support.
• Attitude: A proactive, friendly, and reliable approach with a genuine desire to make a difference in young people's lives.
• Requirements: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive Daily Rate: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, depending on your experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent schedule of 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, during term time.
• Supportive Environment: A welcoming school setting with a collaborative staff team and dedicated opportunities for your professional development.
• Contract Type: Day to day

To Apply:

If you have the relevant experience and are ready to take on a rewarding role in Swindon, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your CV today to [email removed].

experience

Non Teaching

skills

121 teaching experience,ability to communicate with parents,ability to work well under pressure,able to inspire,be a role model,building rapport with children,career driven,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,excellent time management,FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,good sense of humour,high expectations,keen to contribute to the life of the school,key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience,key stage 5 experience,knowledge of A-level specification,knowledge of curriculum,knowledge of GCSE specification,knowledge of subject,motivated,partake in extra curricular activities,passion for education,SEN experience,set clear objectives,SIMS experience,sixth form experience,teaching assistant experience,team player,work well autonomously,years 7-11 experience

education

high school,college,university