Job Description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to move into a supportive secondary school environment?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a secondary school in Warrington that is looking for a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join their Designated Provision.

This Secondary Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to work closely with a small, experienced team supporting students with mild SEN. You will provide targeted support on a one to one and small group basis, helping students access learning and develop their confidence within the school environment.

The Designated Provision has a very strong and supportive team, making this an excellent opportunity for a Secondary Teaching Assistant who wants to develop their experience of working with students with additional needs.

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support students with mild SEN on a one to one and small group basis
  • Work within the school's Designated Provision
  • Help students access the wider secondary curriculum
  • Provide additional support with classroom learning and activities
  • Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement
  • Work closely with the Designated Provision team and teaching staff
  • Build positive and consistent relationships with students

The role would suit a Secondary Teaching Assistant with previous experience supporting young people, although candidates with relevant experience in primary education, care, youth work or other support-based roles may also be considered.

The successful candidate will be patient, approachable and confident working with students who may require additional encouragement or adaptations to their learning.

Working with Tradewind Recruitment gives Secondary Teaching Assistant candidates access to long-term and permanent opportunities across Warrington, competitive rates of pay, free CPD through The National College and dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.

If you're looking for a Secondary Teaching Assistant role where you can make a genuine difference to students with SEN while working within a well-established and supportive Designated Provision, apply today.

We'd love to hear from anyone interested in this Secondary Teaching Assistant opportunity in Warrington.


Jake Wall
Senior Education Consultant
0151 221 9666
jake.wall@twrecruitment.com