Job Title: Secondary School Teaching Assistant (KS3/KS4 Specialist)
Location: Bury
Length of Role: Day‑day, Long term, Short term
Pay Rate: £90+ daily (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Temp to Perm for the right candidate
A well‑regarded secondary school in Bury is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stage 3 and 4. The role has the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The school is looking for a proactive and academically confident individual who can support pupils preparing for their GCSE examinations, deliver targeted interventions and help raise attainment across core subjects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong subject knowledge, experience supporting secondary learners, or a graduate considering a career in teaching.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide targeted KS3 & KS4 support, focusing particularly on GCSE intervention in core subjects.
* Deliver small‑group and 1:1 academic interventions to address gaps in knowledge.
* Assist teachers in planning and adapting resources for exam‑focused learning.
* Support students with revision, exam techniques and subject‑specific challenges.
* Monitor progress and contribute to intervention tracking and assessments.
* Build positive relationships to motivate learners and promote strong study habits.
* Help maintain a focused, productive and supportive classroom environment.
Requirements
* Experience supporting secondary‑aged students, ideally within KS3 & KS4.
* Strong subject knowledge across English, Maths and/or Science.
* Ability to deliver structured academic support and intervention sessions.
* Confident communication and rapport‑building skills.
* A patient, supportive and professional approach with high expectations.
* Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).
What the School Can Offer
* A supportive and high‑performing secondary school environment.
* Ongoing training and development, including GCSE intervention strategies.
* A long‑term role with the potential to become permanent.
* The chance to make a measurable impact on student attainment and confidence.
* Competitive daily pay (£90 depending on experience).
Contact
Contact: Aaron Royle
Telephone: 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5015
If you are interested, please click on the apply button or contact Aaron Royle at the above telephone number.
Referral incentive: We offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.
Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.
The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up‑to‑date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.
If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.
Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.
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