CrawlJobs Logo

Send Teaching Assistant - Secondary

https://www.randstad.com Logo

Randstad

Location Icon

Location:
United Kingdom , Lichfield

Category Icon
Category:
Education

Job Type Icon

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary Icon

Salary:

89.00 - 100.00 GBP / Day
Save Job
Save Icon
Apply Position

Job Description:

Secondary school can be a daunting place for any teenager, but for a student with SEND, it can feel like an impossible puzzle. We are seeking a resilient, relatable, and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-16 with needs ranging from Autism (ASD) and ADHD to Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. Your goal isn't just to help them finish a worksheet; it's to give them the tools to navigate the classroom, build friendships, and gain the independence they need for life after school.

Job Responsibility:

  • 1:1 Mentoring: Support a specific student through their timetable, helping them break down complex instructions into manageable tasks
  • Social Coaching: Help students navigate the social 'minefield' of secondary school, from lunchtimes to group projects
  • Exam Support: Act as a reader or scribe for students during assessments to ensure they can show what they know
  • De-escalation: Use your training to spot triggers early and help students manage their emotions in a busy school environment

Requirements:

  • Relatable
  • calm under pressure
  • subject all-rounder
  • committed
  • 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:
  • Long-Term Impact
  • Career Progression
  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Collaborative Environment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 19, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
Icon
Randstad - All Job Offers
Job Link Share:
Copy Link Icon
Facebook Icon Twitter Icon LinkedIn Icon
PREMIUM
Premium job offers
Unlock 29494 hidden job offers
Languages
English Čeština Deutsch Ελληνικά Español Français +15
Countries
United States United Kingdom India Canada Australia +
See plans
Plans from $2.99 / month

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Briefcase Icon

Similar Jobs for Send Teaching Assistant - Secondary

Secondary Teaching Assistant

A diverse and inclusive school in Redbridge are looking for Secondary Learning S...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Redbridge
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
philosophyeducation.co.uk Logo
Philosophy Education
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experience working with Autism, SEMH, Speech and Language or MLD is an advantage
  • Calm and consistent approach
  • Committed to supporting pupils to make progress and overcome learning barriers
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Supporting pupils with additional learning needs across Key stage 3 and key stage 4
  • Working with pupils on a 1 to 1 and small group basis to support them across a range of academic lessons
  • Working closely with the SENDCO and subject teachers
  • Providing assessments and reports
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Graduate Teaching Assistant

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated graduate to work in a Sec...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Barnet/London
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
philosophyeducation.co.uk Logo
Philosophy Education
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • A bachelors degree
  • Passion for teaching and supporting students
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong academic background
  • Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students
  • Flexibility and a willingness to collaborate with teachers and staff
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging and effective lessons
  • Provide one-on-one and small group support to students who need additional help
  • Help create and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
  • Support students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
  • Monitor and report on student progress to teachers and parents
  • Participate in extracurricular activities and school events
What we offer
What we offer
  • A long-term contract for the full academic year
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Send Teaching Assistant - Secondary

Secondary school can be a daunting place for any teenager, but for a student wit...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Tamworth
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • experience
  • Non Teaching
  • skills
  • 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
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • 1:1 Mentoring: Support a specific student through their timetable, helping them break down complex instructions into manageable tasks
  • Social Coaching: Help students navigate the social 'minefield' of secondary school, from lunchtimes to group projects
  • Exam Support: Act as a reader or scribe for students during assessments to ensure they can show what they know
  • De-escalation: Use your training to spot triggers early and help students manage their emotions in a busy school environment
What we offer
What we offer
  • Long-Term Impact: Most secondary SEND roles are for the full academic year, allowing you to see incredible long-term growth in your students
  • Career Progression: Exceptional experience for those looking to move into Social Work, Youth Mentoring, or Specialised Teaching
  • Competitive Weekly Pay: Top daily rates paid every Friday via Randstad
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated SENCO and supportive departmental teams
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

SEND Teaching Assistant

We are currently recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to work full ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , London
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
philosophyeducation.co.uk Logo
Philosophy Education
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, ideally within a secondary SEN setting
  • Experience supporting autistic students with social and communication needs
  • Practical experience using PECS and Makaton
  • Experience delivering literacy and phonics support
  • Strong behaviour management skills
  • Ability to support personal care needs when necessary
  • Available for a full-time position only
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Supporting students with Autism and associated social, emotional and communication needs
  • Providing 1:1 and small group support across the secondary age range
  • Assisting with literacy and phonics interventions
  • Using PECS and Makaton to support communication
  • Implementing strong behaviour management strategies
  • Supporting students with personal care when required
  • Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to support individual learning plans
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Daily supply cover from ASAP. These flexible opportuni...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Barking
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
reed.co.uk Logo
STEP TEACHERS
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Holds a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification
  • Has experience supporting pupils with SEND in primary or secondary settings
  • Demonstrates patience, empathy, and resilience
  • Understands a range of SEND needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
  • Works effectively as part of a team and independently
  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities across a range of school environments
  • Assist teachers in delivering tailored learning activities and interventions
  • Promote inclusive practices and help pupils access the curriculum
  • Provide one-to-one and small group support
  • Implement behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques
  • Monitor and record pupil progress and development
  • Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals
What we offer
What we offer
  • Paid weekly through PAYE
  • Access to exclusive deals including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships
  • Pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services
  • Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher and a chance to win a holiday worth up to £1000
Read More
Arrow Right

SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Daily supply cover from ASAP. These flexible opportuni...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Barking
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
reed.co.uk Logo
STEP TEACHERS
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Holds a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification
  • Has experience supporting pupils with SEND in primary or secondary settings
  • Demonstrates patience, empathy, and resilience
  • Understands a range of SEND needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
  • Works effectively as part of a team and independently
  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities across a range of school environments
  • Assist teachers in delivering tailored learning activities and interventions
  • Promote inclusive practices and help pupils access the curriculum
  • Provide one-to-one and small group support
  • Implement behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques
  • Monitor and record pupil progress and development
  • Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals
What we offer
What we offer
  • Discounted high street shopping
  • Travel offers
  • Gym memberships
  • Comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services
  • Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher and a chance to win a holiday worth up to £1000
Read More
Arrow Right

SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, temp to perm starting ASAP. This is an exce...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Great Yarmouth
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
stepteachers.co.uk Logo
Step Teachers Internal
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching and learning (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience working with pupils with SEND, ideally in a secondary setting
  • Ability to work flexibly across different year groups and adapt to changing requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding of strategies to support diverse learning needs
  • Committed to promoting inclusion and safeguarding children
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND across secondary year groups
  • Assist teachers in implementing personalised learning plans
  • Adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs
  • Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
  • Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the class teacher and SENCO
  • Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment
  • Work flexibly across different year groups and adapt to varying needs
  • Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing practices across the school
What we offer
What we offer
  • PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
  • Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
  • Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Send Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, temp to perm starting ASAP. This is an exce...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Great Yarmouth
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
stepteachers.co.uk Logo
Step Teachers Internal
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching and learning (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience working with pupils with SEND, ideally in a secondary setting
  • Ability to work flexibly across different year groups and adapt to changing requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding of strategies to support diverse learning needs
  • Committed to promoting inclusion and safeguarding children
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND across secondary year groups
  • Assist teachers in implementing personalised learning plans
  • Adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs
  • Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
  • Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the class teacher and SENCO
  • Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment
  • Work flexibly across different year groups and adapt to varying needs
  • Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing practices across the school
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive salary
  • PAYE weekly pay
  • Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
  • Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via pay portal
  • Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right