Job Description
Teaching Assistant
Location: Richmond upon Thames, South West London
Position: Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary
Duration: Ongoing Academic Year Assignment
Pay: £95-£115 per day, dependent on experience, skills and assignment requirements, paid weekly via PAYE
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary
Duration: Ongoing Academic Year Assignment
Pay: £95-£115 per day, dependent on experience, skills and assignment requirements, paid weekly via PAYE
Start Date: ASAP
Teaching Assistant Opportunity
Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across Richmond upon Thames.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and making a positive difference to their education, wellbeing and personal development. Whether you have previous school experience or transferable skills from youth work, coaching or mentoring, this role offers valuable experience within education and the opportunity to build a rewarding career supporting students.
About the Schools
Tradewind Recruitment works with a range of welcoming secondary schools across Richmond upon Thames that are committed to providing supportive learning environments and high-quality education.
School Highlights
- Supportive leadership teams and inclusive school communities
- Opportunities to work with students across a range of year groups and abilities
- Schools with strong behaviour systems and student support structures
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and support staff to help students achieve their full potential both academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students within lessons and across the wider school environment
- Assist teachers in promoting learning, engagement and participation
- Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions where required
- Support students in accessing learning activities and classroom resources
- Assist students with additional learning needs where appropriate
- Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning
- Build positive professional relationships with students and staff
- Support the wider school team with day-to-day activities
- Follow safeguarding procedures, school policies and professional standards
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
- Experience working with young people in a school, youth work, mentoring, coaching, childcare or similar setting
- Confidence supporting learning in group or classroom environments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, professional and positive approach
- Ability to build supportive relationships with young people
- Commitment to supporting students' learning, wellbeing and development
Desirable Requirements
- Experience supporting secondary-aged students
- Experience supporting students with additional learning needs
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Youth Worker, Sports Coach or Behaviour Mentor
- Relevant education, childcare or youth support qualifications
Pay and Progression
Pay for this position ranges from £95 to £115 per day, depending on experience, responsibilities and assignment requirements.
The highest available rate of £115 per day would typically be offered to candidates with substantial school-based experience, experience supporting students with additional needs, strong behaviour management skills and a proven ability to work effectively with secondary-aged students across a range of subjects.
Why Apply?
School Benefits
- Opportunities across a range of secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames
- Supportive school environments with experienced staff teams
- Opportunity to develop valuable school-based experience
Role Benefits
- Long-term opportunities with potential for future progression
- Valuable experience for aspiring teachers and education professionals
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives
Tradewind Recruitment Benefits
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
- Dedicated education consultant supporting you throughout your placement
- Access to a wide range of daily supply, long-term and permanent opportunities
Free National College CPD Access
As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you will receive free access to The National College and its extensive professional development library.
Recommended courses for this role include:
- Supporting Students with SEND
- Behaviour Management in Secondary Schools
- Safeguarding Children in Education
Required Vetting
Successful applicants will be required to:
- Hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one
- Provide professional references covering recent employment
- Provide proof of the right to work in the UK
- Provide evidence of relevant qualifications where applicable
- Complete all safeguarding and compliance checks required for working in schools
Why Tradewind Recruitment?
Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and is committed to matching talented individuals with rewarding opportunities in schools across the country.
Call Tradewind Recruitment today and discover why thousands of educators have trusted us for over 20 years to help them find the right opportunities, in the right schools, with the support they deserve.
