Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting students to reach their full potential?

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a medium-sized, lovely secondary school in Knutsford. If you have experience in a similar role or with child-based experience, and possess the energy and outgoing personality needed to engage with secondary school students, we want to hear from you!

Position: Teaching Assistant

Location: Knutsford

Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent

Pay: £83 - £100 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment is a leading education recruitment agency, specialising in the placement of education professionals in schools across the UK.

About the role:

• Provide support to students in class
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour support
• Utilise child-based experience to create positive learning environments
• Collaborate with teachers to implement effective teaching strategies
• Assist with classroom activities and provide 1:1 support for students with diverse learning needs
• Provide pastoral care and support to students as needed
• Opportunity for permanent placement based on performance

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Previous experience working with secondary school students, preferably in a teaching assistant role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to different learning needs and styles
• Commitment to supporting student development and well-being
• A good understanding of the UK Schools curriculum
• Outgoing and enthusiastic personality
• Proactive and positive attitude towards supporting student learning and well-being
• Enhanced DBS, or willingness to undergo the check

Benefits:

• Supportive and welcoming school community
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a wide range of certified CPD courses: including over 2,500 FREE courses with The National College for progression
• Generous referral scheme: earn rewards for recommending friends
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Competitive salary and benefits
• The chance to make a difference!

If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching assistant career, apply now by sending your CV to Aileen at or call for more information.