Teaching Assistant; Secondary

Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Paid to scale from Day 1 for long-term roles

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

Connex Education is partnering with a range of welcoming and high-achieving secondary schools across Leeds that are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their teams. In this role, you will support students across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 assisting with classroom learning, delivering targeted interventions, and providing individual or small-group support where required.

You will play an important part in helping students reach their potential by encouraging engagement, promoting positive behaviour, and supporting teachers in creating an effective learning environment. We are looking for reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic individuals who can build positive relationships with students and contribute to the wider success of the school community.

Our partner schools are inclusive, supportive, and committed to providing high-quality education for all students. They foster positive learning environments where collaboration, respect, and student achievement are at the heart of their ethos.

Staff benefit from strong leadership, excellent resources, and a welcoming team culture that encourages professional growth and development. These schools are looking for Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting young people, confident working within a classroom setting, and committed to making a positive impact on students’ educational experiences.

These roles are available for 1 to 5 days per week, starting ASAP.

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our accredited CPD platform
• Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom

• Experience working with young people aged 11-16 in a UK secondary school setting
• Good communication and behaviour management skills
• Understanding of classroom routines and the secondary curriculum
• Organised, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.