Job Description

Casual Teaching Assistant - High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Flexible Casual Teaching Assistant opportunities across primary, secondary and SEN settings in High Wycombe.
Ideal for experienced support staff and aspiring educators.

Looking for flexible education work that fits around your existing commitments? This Casual Teaching Assistant opportunity provides access to a range of schools across a trust, including primary, secondary and specialist SEN settings.
Why this role may suit you...
The trust works across different phases of education, providing opportunities to gain experience with pupils of different ages and needs. Depending on your experience and availability, you could support learning in mainstream classrooms, secondary departments or specialist provision.
You choose the flexibility:
  • Casual hours and days available.
  • Opportunities to build experience across different school environments.
  • Potential to develop long-term relationships with individual schools.
  • Suitable for professionals seeking additional education work.
  • An excellent starting point for those looking to move into education.
Who should apply?
Priority will be given to applicants with previous experience supporting children or young people.
We are also interested in hearing from people without direct education experience who are considering a career in the sector. Transferable experience in areas such as youth work, coaching, care, sports, mentoring, administration or customer-facing roles can be valuable. Relevant degrees and qualifications are also considered.
You will need patience, reliability, good communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting learning.
Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Working with Tradewind
Your consultant, Charlie, holds over 10 years' experience within education and will provide tailored support throughout your placement. You can also access 2,500+ FREE CPD courses, resources and webinars, and benefit from Tradewind's partnerships across mainstream, SEN and alternative provision.
If flexible education work is something you are considering, contact Charlie on 01727 236 255 for an informal discussion about the Casual Teaching Assistant position. Alternatively, send your current CV and cover letter to charlie.lumsdon@twrecruitment.com.