Secondary Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 31 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £90 to £110 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 August 2025 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AA |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | PR-1431247_1753956699 |
Summary
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on young lives?
Is supporting learning and unlocking potential your passion?
Are you excited by the idea of working across departments and subjects?
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to join a successful and dynamic secondary school in Bradford, starting full-time from September 2025. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering tailored support to students across a range of ages and abilities, helping them engage with learning and succeed both in and out of the classroom.
About the School
The school is known for its inclusive ethos, focus on character development, and commitment to academic excellence. You will be joining a passionate team that values mutual respect, high aspirations, and strong pastoral care. The school-rated highly for its structured systems and nurturing environment's a culture where Teaching Assistants are deeply valued and genuinely empowered to make a difference.
Key Requirements:- Minimum of Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
- Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school setting
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Excellent listening and communication
- Patience and resilience
- Adaptability to different learning needs
- Organisation and time management
- Behaviour management strategies
Responsibilities:
- Support teaching staff in delivering effective lessons
- Work one-to-one or in small groups with students requiring extra help
- Help manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies
- Support pupils with additional learning needs or EHCPs
- Encourage positive attitudes and engagement in lessons
- Prepare and adapt learning resources as directed
- Monitor and record pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers
- Assist students with homework or study tasks
- Implement agreed learning activities under guidance
- Support literacy and numeracy interventions
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Ready to be that vital difference in a young person's life?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Secondary Teaching Assistant. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.