Are you passionate about education and looking to kickstart or continue your career working with young people? Education World is seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable individuals to join our team on a casual basis as Secondary School Support Assistants, with flexible opportunities available across Newcastle, Northumberland, and the wider North East.
This is a fantastic casual, flexible opportunity which could suit university students, those working weekends, graduates, or anyone looking to build valuable experience within secondary education around other commitments.
Depending on your experience and interests, opportunities could include working as a Learning Support Assistant, 1:1 Support Assistant, Exam Invigilator, or Cover Supervisor, across a range of mainstream secondary and specialist school settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support teaching staff in delivering engaging and effective lessons
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to students who require additional assistance
- Support students with SEN, SEMH, behavioural, or additional learning needs where appropriate
- Assist with classroom and behaviour management strategies
- Supervise students during lessons or when covering classes where appropriate
- Support the smooth and effective running of examinations
- Help create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
- Build positive relationships with students and encourage their engagement in education
Requirements:
- A genuine passion for working with young people and supporting their education
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider school team
- Flexibility and adaptability to work across different secondary school environments
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
- A Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject is desirable
- Flexibility to accept shifts at short notice
- A DBS on the Update Service would be hugely beneficial
- Reference details covering the last 2 years
- Proof of address and right to work in the UK
Why Work with Education World?
- REC Audited Education Status - We're officially recognised for maintaining the highest recruitment standards in education
- Weekly Pay - Always on time, every Friday
- PAYE Only - No umbrella companies, no hidden fees
- Free CPD Opportunities - Upskill with access to a wide range of professional development
- Rated 4.9 on Trustpilot - Join hundreds of happy educators who've rated us excellent
- Supportive Team - Dedicated consultants who know your area and your schools
- Candidate First Approach - Your needs, your preferences, your wellbeing – always our priority
- Referral Bonus - refer your educator friends and earn uncapped bonus payments -our way of saying thank you (terms and conditions apply)
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in education and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive safeguarding and compliance checks in line with regulatory requirements and the REC Code of Professional Practice.
Education World is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and fairness throughout our recruitment processes and within the schools we support.