Job Description:

Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed both inside and outside the classroom?

Would you like to join a positive and supportive secondary school where your work can have a real impact on students' learning, confidence, and wellbeing?

We are currently working with an established and inclusive secondary school in Milton Keynes that is looking for a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to develop their experience within education. You will work alongside teachers and support staff to help students engage with their learning, overcome challenges, and make positive progress throughout their school journey.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers during lessons and helping to create an engaging learning environment
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students who require additional assistance
• Working with students with SEND and a range of individual learning needs
• Helping students stay focused, motivated, and engaged with their education
• Supporting pupils with literacy, numeracy, and other areas of the curriculum
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping students develop good learning habits
• Assisting with classroom preparation, learning resources, and activities
• Developing strong and supportive relationships with students
• Helping students build confidence, independence, and resilience
• Working closely with teaching and pastoral staff to support individual student needs

Who Would Suit This Position?

This opportunity would be well suited to someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in working with young people
• Is considering a future career in teaching, education, SEND, youth work, or a related field
• Has previous experience working with children or young people
• Has experience in a school, college, childcare, sports, coaching, mentoring, or youth setting
• Enjoys helping others overcome challenges and reach their potential
• Is looking to gain valuable experience within a secondary school environment
• Wants to become part of a friendly and supportive education team

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient, and approachable
• Enthusiastic about supporting students
• Confident communicating with young people and adults
• Able to establish positive and professional relationships
• Reliable, organised, and adaptable
• Comfortable working in a busy school environment
• Able to work effectively as part of a wider team
• Proactive and willing to take initiative when supporting students
• Previous experience working in education is desirable, although full training may be available for the right candidate

What You Can Expect

• A permanent, full-time position within a welcoming Milton Keynes secondary school
• A supportive and inclusive school community
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Access to training and continued professional development
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within education
• Valuable experience working alongside experienced teaching and support professionals
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' lives
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

Take the Next Step in Your Education Career

If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people and are looking for a role where no two days are the same, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Join a school where your contribution will be valued and where you can help students develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to succeed.

Apply today to be considered for this permanent Teaching Assistant position in Milton Keynes, starting September 2026.