Mandarin/Cantonese Speaking Teaching Assistant Required

Mandarin/Cantonese-Speaking 1:1 Teaching Assistant - BarnetFull-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.

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

• 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)

• 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 (option 3) or email your CV to