Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (Leeds)

About the role

Prospero Teaching is seeking a full‑time Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Leeds from September 2026. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them achieve academic progress and personal development.

Key responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and provide one‑to‑one or small‑group support.
• Implement and maintain consistent behaviour management strategies.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards learning and monitor student progress.
• Support pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.

Required profile

• Previous experience working with young people in a school, college, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for supporting young people to succeed.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Free professional development and training opportunities.
• Potential for long‑term and permanent employment.