Secondary Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Long-Term Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting young people in their education and helping pupils achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide high-quality classroom support and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students where required
• Assist students with their academic, social, and emotional development
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Support classroom management and behaviour expectations
• Work with teaching staff to implement learning strategies and interventions
• Promote student engagement, confidence, and independence

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with young people in an educational setting (desirable but not essential)
• Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting student progress
• Has a positive and proactive approach to learning and development
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
• Experience working within a successful secondary school setting
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' education

Why Work with Veritas Education?

• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
• Access to a wide network of schools across West Yorkshire
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and flexible roles
• A straightforward and supportive registration process

Additional Opportunities

Alongside this vacancy, Veritas Education is currently recruiting for a range of positions across West Yorkshire, including:

• Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants
• Cover Supervisors
• Pastoral and Behaviour Support roles
• Full-time and part-time positions
• Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities

How to Apply / Contact

For further information or to apply for this position, please contact:

Sam Waddington swaddington@veritas-education.com 0113 403 2200

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview