Job Description

🌟 Teaching Assistant - Secondary Schools - Newham - September Start 🌟

Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in education?

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a network of vibrant and inclusive secondary schools in the Newham area for a September 2025 start.

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Secondary Schools - Newham
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, term-time only (Mon-Fri)
Salary: £90-£100 per day (dependent on experience)

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide classroom support to students aged 11-16, including those with additional learning needs (SEND/SEMH)

  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons across a range of subjects

  • Offer one-to-one or small group intervention to help students overcome learning barriers

  • Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive, inclusive learning environment

  • Support with pastoral care and contribute to students' social and emotional development

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff

🔹 Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience working with young people in an educational or support setting (school, youth work, mentoring, etc.)

  • Understanding of or interest in SEND/SEMH support

  • Team-Teach training or a willingness to undertake behaviour management training (desirable)

  • A proactive, patient, and resilient approach

  • A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

🔹 Why Join Us?

  • Supportive school communities focused on staff development and student wellbeing

  • Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression (e.g., teacher training routes)

  • Make a meaningful impact on students' lives and future pathways

Whether you're an experienced TA, a graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with a background in youth work, we'd love to hear from you.