Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Secondary School Location: Crewe, Cheshire Daily Rate: £92.63 - £109.40 About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support a secondary school in Crewe. In this role, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide targeted support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, both in the classroom and in small group settings. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people during a crucial stage of their education. Key Responsibilities: Supporting Classroom Learning: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all students. Individual & Small Group Support: Provide focused support to students who need additional help, helping them stay on track with their learning and achieve their academic targets. Differentiated Support: Adapt resources and activities to suit a range of abilities, ensuring all students can access the curriculum. Behaviour Support: Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a calm, respectful classroom environment, supporting students with behavioural or emotional needs where required. Monitoring Student Progress: Support teachers in assessing and tracking student progress, providing feedback to help inform future learning. Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Maintain a strong awareness of safeguarding procedures and contribute to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students. Key Skills & Qualities: A genuine passion for working with young people in a secondary school setting Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced classroom environment A team-oriented approach to supporting teaching staff and students Patience, empathy, and a supportive attitude Good organisational skills and the ability to take initiativeEssential Requirements: A strong interest in supporting students' academic and personal development Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)Desirable: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) Experience working with secondary-aged students Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)If you are looking to make a real difference in a Crewe secondary school and support students in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please click 'apply now' and submit your up-to-date CV. Alternatively, for an informal discussion about this role, please contact our Cheshire office. All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview and complete all necessary safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory completion of these checks