Teaching Assistant

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Manchester, with an immediate start available. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced education professional who is passionate about supporting young people, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and making a positive difference in the classroom.

Please note: Applicants must have previous experience working in a school or educational setting to be considered for this position. Applications from candidates without relevant school-based or education experience will not be progressed.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teaching staff to support pupils across the secondary age range, helping to create a positive, inclusive and productive learning environment. You will play an important role in ensuring students remain engaged with their learning, develop their confidence and receive the support they need to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons.

Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils who require additional assistance.

Helping students remain focused, motivated and involved in classroom activities.

Supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND, where required.

Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupils to develop their independence.

Assisting with classroom management and maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.

Working collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to support pupils' academic and personal development.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is reliable, proactive and confident working with secondary-aged pupils. You should be comfortable adapting to different classroom situations and able to build positive relationships with both students and staff.

The successful candidate will have:

Previous experience working in a school or educational setting - this is essential.

Experience supporting pupils within a secondary school environment.

Strong communi...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lancashire Hill

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English