Job description
Job Title: Secondary TA
Location: Fareham, Hampshire
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time/Permanent (Part-Time can also be arranged for the right candidate)
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and motivated Secondary Teaching Assistant (Secondary TA) to join a supportive mainstream secondary school in Fareham. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about education and student development—including university students aiming to gain classroom experience.
In this role, you will work alongside teaching staff to support students across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Your contribution will help create a positive learning environment and offer targeted support to ensure pupils reach their full potential academically and personally.
As a Secondary TA, your responsibilities will be:
- Assist teachers in delivering well-structured lessons across different subjects
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with varying learning needs
- Help maintain classroom organisation and prepare teaching materials
- Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence
- Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment
- Monitor and report on student progress to teaching staff
Requirements for Secondary Teaching Assistant:
- CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Teaching Assistant or Childcare.
- Previous experience working with children or young people as a Secondary TA is desirable
- Suitable for university students studying Education, Psychology, or similar fields
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A proactive, adaptable, and caring attitude
- Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for one
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive hourly rates, reflective of your experience and skills
- Flexible roles to accommodate different availabilities
- Access to ongoing professional development and training
- Supportive team of consultants focused on your career success
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Secondary TA role, or to be considered, pleaseclick ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.