Job Description

Mandarin/Cantonese-Speaking 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Barnet
Full-time | Secondary School | Immediate Start | Long-Term Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a fluent Mandarin or Cantonese-speaking Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a student within a secondary school in the London Borough of Barnet. This full-time position offers an immediate start and has strong potential to become a long-term or permanent role for the right candidate.

The Role:

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will support a secondary-aged student who speaks Mandarin or Cantonese and requires additional help to access the curriculum and engage fully in school life. You'll play a key role in both academic and pastoral support, acting as a language and cultural bridge to help the student succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing personalised 1:1 support to a student with limited English and/or additional needs

  • Using Mandarin or Cantonese to aid understanding and communication where appropriate

  • Assisting with classwork, ensuring the student remains engaged and supported

  • Supporting the student's emotional wellbeing and social integration

  • Collaborating with teaching staff, SEN professionals, and the student's family

  • Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and support planning

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese, with strong spoken and written English

  • Experience supporting children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting

  • A patient, understanding, and culturally aware approach to learning support

  • Confidence working 1:1 with students who may have additional learning or emotional needs

  • A valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join Tradewind?

  • Access to over 2,500 CPD courses via The National College

  • Competitive pay and opportunities for long-term work

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

  • Make a meaningful difference in a young person's school experience

  • Generous referral bonus - recommend a friend and earn rewards

  • We are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

If you're a Mandarin or Cantonese speaker looking to support a secondary school student in a rewarding 1:1 role, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, or for more information, contact Elizabeth Topley at Tradewind Recruitment on 0207 845 5450 (option 3) or email your CV to elizabeth.topley@twrecruitment.com