1:1 Teaching Assistant – Secondary Support | Bath

We are recruiting an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a secondary-aged pupil with additional needs in a welcoming secondary school in Bath. This temporary role is typically linked to a specific pupil and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on their academic progress, communication, and emotional wellbeing.

You will be part of an inclusive and forward-thinking school community that values high expectations, teamwork, and student wellbeing. Working closely with subject teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals, you will deliver targeted support across 1:1, small group, and in-class settings, helping pupils access the secondary curriculum and develop independence.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting pupils with special educational needs, ideally within a secondary or specialist setting

• Understand a range of SEND, including communication and interaction needs, SEMH, or learning difficulties

• Be confident supporting students across different subjects and adapting strategies accordingly

• Be resilient, proactive, and calm in challenging situations

• Build strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and families

• Be organised, patient, and student-centred

• Work effectively both independently and as part of a wider pastoral and SEND team

Role requirements:

• Term-time only, including INSET days

• Temporary position linked to pupil funding

• Start date: ASAP

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Right to work in the UK

Why apply through us:

• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly

• Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant

• Access to SEND-focused CPD and training

• Opportunities to gain experience in inclusive secondary schools across Bath

• A genuinely rewarding role where your impact will be seen every day

If you’re looking for a role where your support can positively shape a young person’s confidence, engagement, and future outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a zero hour contract, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidates.

Apply today and help create safe, structured, and inclusive learning environments for secondary students in Bath.

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