Secondary School Teaching Assistant (TA)

Location: Kirkham / Blackpool area, Lancashire

Job Type: Full-time, Long-term

Start Date: September 2026

Are you looking to secure a rewarding, long-term classroom role ahead of the September rush? Whether you are an experienced Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to build school experience before your PGCE, or a youth support worker looking to transition into secondary education, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded secondary school in the Kirkham / Blackpool area for the full 2026/27 academic year. This full-time role focuses on supporting Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, helping them bridge gaps in their learning and achieve their academic potential.

The Role

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in creating an inclusive, focused, and productive learning environment. You will work dynamically across the school, blending whole-class support with targeted interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Intervention: Work with small groups or on a 1:1 basis to break down complex tasks in core subjects (English, Maths, and Science), keeping students on track with their learning objectives.

Classroom & Behaviour Support: Partner with subject teachers to model positive behaviour, minimise classroom disruption, and keep students engaged.

Pastoral Care: Provide vital social and emotional support to students who face barriers to learning, helping to build their confidence and school resilience.

SEND Inclusion: Assist students with diverse learning needs, including dyslexia, ADHD, and autism (ASD), ensuring they can fully access the secondary curriculum.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: Previous experience working with children or teenagers aged 11-16 (this could be in a mainstream school, tutoring, coaching, youth clubs, or care settings).

Qualifications: A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is highly desirable, but a strong academic background or graduate degree with a passion for education is equally welcome.

Character: An adaptable, reliable, and patient professional with excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour. You must have the ability to build quick, trusted rapport with secondary students.

Vetting: Must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service.

Why Partner with Tradewind Recruitment?

Fair & Honest Pay: Competitive daily rates paid weekly strictly via PAYE. We do not use umbrella companies, meaning no unexpected fees, admin charges, or hidden deductions.

Ethical Practices: We operate fully under the GCA and STeER framework standards, guaranteeing absolute compliance and transparency across all our partnerships.

The Early Bird Head-Start: Lock in your September placement early this summer, bypassing the autumn recruitment rush and entering the new term with absolute stability.

How to Apply

If you want to secure a fantastic long-term position at a welcoming Kirkham area secondary school for September 2026, we want to hear from you today.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact (url removed) directly for a confidential, informal chat about our upcoming autumn opportunities across Blackpool and Lancashire
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