Your new companyAre you an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact in a high school environment? At Hays Education, we are working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Preston seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible on a permanent basis.Your new roleAs a Teaching Assistant, you will:Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, including those with additional learning needsWork closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and raise pupil attainmentProvide tailored one-to-one or small-group support - specifically with Maths and EnglishHelp maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environmentContribute to the wider school community, e.g. support with break/lunchtime supervision, attend school trips or invigilate examsWhat you''ll need to succeedPrevious experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school settingExperience supporting SEND students would be beneficial to the role.A relevant TA qualification is desirable but not essential.Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quicklyA proactive, supportive, and resilient attitudeImmediate or near-immediate availability to startWillingness to undergo enhanced DBS checks and full referencing as required for safeguarding compliance.What you''ll get in returnA permanent opportunity within a supportive and welcoming schoolCompetitive salary and full access to school CPDOngoing support from yo