Secondary Teaching Assistant – Weston-super-Mare Full-Time, Part-Time, Supply & Long-Term Opportunities | Weston-super-Mare & Surrounding Areas | Immediate & Ongoing Start Dates We are currently recruiting Secondary Teaching Assistants to work across a range of secondary schools in Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for the flexibility of supply work or seeking a long-term placement, we have a variety of opportunities available to suit your availability and career goals. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about supporting young people in their educational journey. The Role As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and school staff to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment. Your responsibilities may include: Supporting students with classroom learning and day-to-day school activities. Providing 1:1 and small-group interventions to support learning and progress. Assisting with literacy, numeracy and subject-specific learning activities. Supporting students with additional learning needs where required. Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and engagement in lessons. Helping teachers prepare classroom resources and learning materials. Supporting students' confidence, independence and personal development. Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff. Assisting with classroom management and maintaining a productive learning environment. Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams and school leadership. Supporting students during lessons, breaktimes and extracurricular activities where required. Promoting student wellbeing and safeguarding at all times. We're Looking For Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or in a similar educational role. A minimum of 6 months' relevant UK experience is desirable. Experience supporting secondary-aged students is advantageous. A patient, positive and adaptable approach. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff. Good organisational skills and the ability to follow teacher guidance effectively. A flexible and proactive attitude towards supporting learning. Confidence working across a range of subjects and age groups. A genuine passion for education and helping young people achieve their full potential. What We Offer Competitive PAYE rates. Flexible supply work to fit around your schedule. Long-term placements with the potential to become permanent. Full-time and part-time opportunities available. Free CPD and professional development training. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. Opportunities to work across a variety of secondary school settings. Valuable classroom experience to support your career development. Access to a wide network of schools across Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas. If you're a motivated and caring Secondary Teaching Assistant looking for supply or long-term opportunities in Weston-super-Mare, we'd love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Department for Education's statutory guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance is provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Protocol Education website. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website