Job Description
Teaching Assistant - Secondary School
Outskirts of Kettering, Northamptonshire
Full-time | Term-time only | Via Tradewind Recruitment
Pay: £92-£95 per day
Start date: ASAP
Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work in a welcoming secondary school located on the outskirts of Kettering. This is a full-time, term-time only role with an immediate start available, and would suit someone who is passionate about supporting young people and keen to gain further experience within a secondary school setting.
The school has a supportive leadership team and a strong behaviour policy in place. The successful candidate will work closely with classroom teachers and the SEN department to support students aged 11-16, both in lessons and through small group or one-to-one support.
The role will involve:
Supporting pupils in class across a range of subjects
Working with small groups and individual students
Providing support for students with additional learning needs where required
Helping to maintain a positive and focused learning environment
Assisting teachers with preparation of classroom resources
The ideal candidate will:
Have experience working with young people (school experience desirable but not essential)
Be patient, reliable and adaptable
Have good communication and teamwork skills
Hold GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
Be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check
Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Competitive daily pay rates (£92-£95 per day)
Access to free CPD through the National College
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Flexible working options available
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
To apply for this role, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today or submit your CV for immediate consideration.
