Secondary Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Birmingham)

Secondary Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

Secondary Teaching Assistant | Academic & Pastoral Support | Local Secondary Schools. 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. 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. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy typical school hours with no take-home marking or weekend commitments-perfect for maintaining your own studies or hobbies.

Job Responsibility:

Targeted interventions (lead small breakout groups or 1:1 sessions for students needing extra support)
In-class support (work alongside subject teachers to manage classroom dynamics and support students with additional needs)
Pastoral care (assist with emotional regulation and social skills)
Exam access support (act as a reader or scribe for students during mock exams and assessments)

Requirements:

Strong communicator
Relevant experience (school, university tutoring, sports coaching, or volunteering with youth groups)
Proactive & resilient
Committed
Hold an enhanced DBS (or willing to apply)
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:

Weekly pay
Training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent training
Referral Bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 16, 2026

Expiration:
April 18, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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