Secondary Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Bedfordshire)

Secondary Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Bedfordshire

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

Secondary Teaching Assistant | Academic & Pastoral Support | Local Secondary Schools. Position: Full-Time, Long-Term (Term Time Only). Are you a motivated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Join our secondary school network as a Teaching Assistant and help students navigate the academic and social challenges of high school. A Career Built on Mentorship, Not Just Supervision. We are seeking dedicated Secondary Support Assistants to work across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. This role is the perfect foundation for future teachers, social workers, or educational psychologists who want to gain "boots-on-the-ground" experience in a fast-paced secondary environment.

Job Responsibility:

Subject Support: Use your own academic strengths (Maths, English, Science, etc.) to help students grasp complex concepts and improve their GCSE prospects
Mentorship Role: Act as a positive role model, helping teenagers build the resilience, organisation, and confidence they need to succeed
Targeted Interventions: Lead small "breakout" groups or 1:1 sessions for students who need extra support with literacy, numeracy, or specific subject coursework
In-Class Support: Work alongside subject teachers to manage classroom dynamics, ensuring that students with additional needs (SEND) can access the lesson
Pastoral Care: Assist with emotional regulation and social skills, helping students navigate the complexities of secondary school life
Exam Access Support: Act as a reader or scribe for students during mock exams and assessments to ensure they can demonstrate their full potential

Requirements:

Are a Strong Communicator: You can explain difficult ideas in a simple way and build professional rapport with students aged 11-16
Have Relevant Experience: This could be from a school, university tutoring, sports coaching, or volunteering with youth groups
Are Proactive & Resilient: You can handle the high-energy environment of a secondary school and stay calm under pressure
Are Committed: You hold an enhanced DBS (or are willing to apply) and are 100% dedicated to Safeguarding and student welfare

Nice to have:

121 teaching experience
ability to communicate with parents
ability to work well under pressure
able to inspire
be a role model
building rapport with children
career driven
communication
effective discipline
empathy
engaging
excellent time management
FMS experience
good behaviour management skills
good classroom management
good communication skills
good sense of humour
high expectations
keen to contribute to the life of the school
key stage 3 experience
key stage 4 experience
key stage 5 experience
knowledge of A-level specification
knowledge of curriculum
knowledge of GCSE specification
knowledge of subject
motivated
partake in extra curricular activities
passion for education
SEN experience
set clear objectives
SIMS experience
sixth form experience
teaching assistant experience
team player
work well autonomously
years 7-11 experience

What we offer:

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy typical school hours with no "take-home" marking or weekend commitments-perfect for maintaining your own studies or hobbies
Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of £88.92 - £100, paid every Friday via Randstad
Referral Bonus
training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 11, 2026

Expiration:
April 18, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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