FULL-TIME Secondary Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in London. This role involves assisting teachers in creating engaging lessons, providing tailored support to students, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, possess strong communication skills, and have a proactive approach to supporting students' needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while working collaboratively with a committed team. If you are enthusiastic about education and eager to help students succeed, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a secondary school is desirable but not essential.
• Passion for supporting young people's educational development.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining learning environments.
• Provide one-to-one support for students with diverse learning needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Full-Time Secondary Teaching Assistant, London

Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

7a196beaa7d5

Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.04.2025

Expiry Date:

17.05.2025

Job Description:

Job Type: Teaching Assistant (Secondary School)

Location: Battersea

About Us:
We are working with a thriving and supportive secondary school committed to providing an outstanding education for all our students. We believe in fostering a dynamic learning environment where every child can reach their full potential. We are currently seeking a motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team and help make a difference in the lives of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom teachers in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining an effective learning environment.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with diverse learning needs.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom materials and resources.
• Help monitor and track students' progress and contribute to their development.
• Assist students in developing social and emotional skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and other staff to implement strategies for supporting students.
• Supervise students during break times, lunch, and extracurricular activities as needed.

About You:

• Previous experience working in a secondary school setting is desirable, but not essential.
• A passion for working with young people and supporting their educational development.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting students’ individual needs.
• A flexible, positive attitude and the ability to adapt to the demands of the role.
• Ideally, a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent), but candidates with relevant experience or a willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply.

PLEASE NOTE: All candidates applying for this role will be required to provide a valid Right to Work in the UK document, an Enhanced DBS Check and any relevant references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.