Secondary Teaching Assistant

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Supply - Leeds

Location: Leeds
Role: Secondary Teaching Assistant - Supply
Contract: Supply / Flexible
Start Date: ASAP

NextGen Teachers are currently recruiting for enthusiastic, reliable and experienced Secondary Teaching Assistants to join our supply team and work across secondary schools in Leeds and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Behaviour Support Workers and Youth Workers who are looking for flexible supply work while gaining valuable experience across a range of secondary school settings.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong behaviour management skills and experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

The Role

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to pupils and teaching staff across a range of secondary schools. Assignments can vary from day-to-day supply to longer-term placements, depending on your availability and the needs of our schools.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 with their learning and development

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEN

• Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social needs

• Using effective behaviour management strategies to maintain a calm and productive learning environment

• Building positive and professional relationships with students

• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and pupil engagement

• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence and independence

• Supporting pupils who may require additional guidance, structure or encouragement

• Working alongside teaching, pastoral and SEN staff

• Adapting quickly to different school environments, routines and expectations

• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times

About You

We are looking for confident, adaptable and resilient individuals who can quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and staff.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, Youth Worker or in a similar role

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils

• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to manage challenging situations calmly and consistently

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN

• A good understanding of how additional needs can affect behaviour and learning

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to adapt quickly to new schools and environments

• A reliable and professional approach

• A genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them succeed

• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to complete one)

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK

Why Work with NextGen Teachers?

Working on a supply basis through NextGen Teachers gives you the flexibility to choose work that suits your availability while gaining experience across a variety of secondary school settings.

As a NextGen Teachers candidate, you can expect:

• Flexible supply work to suit your availability

• Day-to-day and longer-term opportunities

• Access to a wide range of secondary schools across Leeds and surrounding areas

• Opportunities to gain experience in different school environments

• Support from a dedicated education consultant

Who is This Role Suitable For?

This role could be ideal for:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants looking for greater flexibility

• SEN Support Assistants

• Behaviour Support Workers

• Youth Workers with experience working with teenagers

• Graduates considering a career in teaching or education

• Individuals with relevant experience supporting young people who want to gain further school-based experience

• Candidates looking for day-to-day or longer-term supply opportunities

How to Apply

Please apply directly to this job advert.

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