Academic Teaching Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; Lambeth; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Lambeth is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-16 in a busy environment. This role offers a contract for one term, with the possibility of extension. An ideal candidate will have strong behaviour management skills and a commitment to student wellbeing. You will work closely with teachers and teams to maintain high standards of engagement and learning, promoting a supportive atmosphere for all students. Apply now to join a vibrant school community.

Benefits

Expert support from education consultants

Access to training opportunities

Priority access to future roles

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a long-term Teaching Assistant role within secondary schools.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Experience supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities

• Support students both in and out of the classroom.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement.
• Work effectively with teaching staff, SEND teams, and pastoral staff.

Skills

Behaviour management

Supporting boys aged 11-16

Student wellbeing

Proactive in challenging situations

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Mixed Secondary school, Lambeth

• South East London based Secondary School
• Popular and vibrant South East London school.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join a popular secondary school in Lambeth, South East London. This Teaching Assistant role is offered on a contract basis for a minimum of one term, with the potential to extend for the right Teaching Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, committed, and proactive Teaching Assistant who would thrive in a busy secondary school environment supporting young boys in their education journey.

ABOUT THE ROLE - TEACHING ASSISTANT:

The school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant with proven experience working a similar long-term post within a secondary school setting. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff, supporting students both in and out of the classroom, helping to maintain high standards of behaviour, engagement, and learning.

THE SUCCESSFUL TEACHING ASSISTANT WILL:

• Have previous long-term experience as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school.
• Be confident supporting boys aged 11-16 in a structured learning environment.
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management and positive role-modelling skills.
• Work effectively with teachers, SEND teams, and pastoral staff.
• Support students academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Be calm, resilient, and proactive in challenging situations.
• Show a genuine commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Be able to commit for a full time role, 5 days per week, in Lambeth, South East London.

WHY APPLY FOR THIS TEACHING ASSISTANT ROLE?

• Join a well-established, popular secondary school.
• Work in a supportive, structured environment with clear expectations.
• Gain valuable long-term experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Be part of a school that values strong relationships and positive male role models.
• Opportunity for contract extension based on performance and school needs.

WHEN YOU APPLY WITH REMEDY EDUCATION, YOU RECEIVE:

• Expert support from experienced education consultants.
• Guidance before, during, and after your Teaching Assistant placement.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Priority access to future Teaching Assistant roles across South East London.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding, long-term Teaching Assistant role in a dynamic secondary school environment, apply today.

Note: The school will Only consider Teaching Assistants with proven secondary school experience.

APPLY NOW!

Remedy Education:

At Remedy Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Remedy Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%