Location: Rugby
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: New Term
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people?
Clarence Recruitment is working in partnership with a highly supportive secondary school in Rugby to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant for the new academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, recent graduate, or someone looking to build a career within education.
The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where all pupils can flourish.
As a Secondary School Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide classroom support across a range of subjects and year groups.
- Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and improve outcomes.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Support students with varying educational needs, including SEND requirements.
- Help build students' confidence, independence, and resilience.
- Encourage positive behaviour and engagement both in and out of the classroom.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school through intervention programmes and enrichment activities.
- Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school setting.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting student success.
- Have the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Demonstrate strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to supporting learning.
- Hold GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
- Have a genuine passion for education and helping young people achieve their potential.
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- A supportive leadership team and experienced staff network.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and further training.
- Modern facilities and well-resourced classrooms.
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- Valuable experience for those considering a future career in teaching or education.
This role would particularly suit experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates seeking classroom experience before teacher training, or individuals looking for a fulfilling role supporting secondary-aged students.
Alan has over 15 years' experience recruiting education professionals across the Midlands and is also a qualified teacher (QTS). His extensive understanding of local schools enables him to offer expert advice, honest guidance, and ongoing support throughout the recruitment process.
If you are passionate about helping young people succeed and would like to join a thriving secondary school in Rugby, we would love to hear from you. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant safer recruitment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026 guidance.
