via Reed · 17 September 2026 ·2 days ago

Teaching Assistant

Reed
Lancaster Contract GBP 31,882 – 31,882
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Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

  • Annual Salary: £16.35 per hour

  • Location: South Cumbria

  • Hours: Full-time - 8.30 am - 3.30 pm - Monday to Friday

We are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistant for maternity cover at a Secondary school in South Cumbria. This role involves working either one-on-one or in small groups, supporting children with their educational, behavioural, and social development. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping children, particularly those who face challenges such as dyslexia, disabilities, or health issues.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Support children one-on-one or in small groups to enhance their learning and development.

  • Assist with the educational, behavioural, and social development of students.

  • Work closely with teachers to tailor support to individual student needs.

  • Help create a supportive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

  • Monitor and record students' progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated reliability, commitment, and interest in working with students.

  • Excellent role model qualities such as compassion, trustworthiness, politeness, and good listening skills.

  • Strong interpersonal skills; must be trustworthy, punctual, patient, and confident when working with children.

  • Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:
  • High-quality training and support.

  • Opportunities to work across several schools.

  • Competitive rates of pay in line with the Teacher Pay Scale.

  • Dedicated consultant to support you within your role.

Reed Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing.

To Apply:

If you are interested in the Teaching Assistant role, please get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

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  • Annual Salary: £15 - £18 per hour

  • Location: Lancaster

  • Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday

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Day-to-day of the role:

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