Secondary Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency in Greater London is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant to support young people with additional needs in a vibrant school. The role involves collaboration with subject teachers and providing in-class support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a genuine commitment to student development, experience in a support role, and strong interpersonal skills. This full-time position offers a daily rate between £90 and £110, with further information provided through direct contact.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting young people's learning and development.
• Experience working as a TA or in a support role.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with SEND or additional needs.
• Assist with classroom management and inclusive learning.
• Facilitate support for students with EHCPs.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Experience or training in secondary education

Job description

Position: Secondary Teaching Assistant

Location: Redbridge

Start Date: January 2026

Daily Rate: £90 - £110 per day

The Opportunity:

Are you a team-oriented, dedicated and caring individual looking to support young people in a large, values-driven secondary school? We are seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant, mixed 11-18 school serving over 1,000 pupils, including a substantial sixth form. The school combines academic excellence with a strong ethos, culture and learning enviroment.

About the School and Department:

There is a clear commitment to inclusion and support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The SEND department works closely with subject teachers, pastoral staff, and external specialist services to ensure all students can access the curriculum.

Students study a broad and balanced curriculum: at KS3 they experience all core and foundation subjects (including English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Languages, Technology, PE, Arts), and at KS4/5 they follow a rigorous academic programme — including GCSEs and A-levels.

The school emphasises personal development, strong moral values, and social responsibility.

Role & Key Responsibilities:

• Working alongside subject teachers in classes to support learners with SEND or additional needs, helping them access the curriculum effectively.
• Delivering in-class support, as well as potentially running small-group or 1:1 interventions (for literacy, numeracy, pastoral support or exam preparation).
• Helping to facilitate SEND provision: supporting students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), liaising with the SEND department, external agencies and parents, as required.
• Assisting with classroom management, supporting access arrangements, and promoting a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting students' social, emotional and mental-health needs via lunchtime clubs, pastoral support systems, referral to counselling services where needed — working within a robust SEND and welfare framework.

Person Specification - You Should Have:

• A genuine commitment to supporting young people's learning and personal development, particularly those with additional needs.
• Experience (or training) working as a TA or support role in secondary education — ideally with students with SEND / SEMH / additional support needs.
• Good interpersonal skills, empathy, patience, and ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Flexibility and willingness to work across Key Stages 3-5, supporting a range of subjects and needs.
• A sense of community and willingness to contribute to the school's Catholic ethos and inclusive pastoral culture.
• Eligibility to work in the UK, enhanced DBS clearance (the school / agency will process this), and willingness to fully engage with safeguarding and child-protection policies.

About Us:

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

Apply:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV via this post or contact Smart Teachers directly at daniel.uwaifo@(url removed). If you are interested in this role, please apply today or contact Smart Teachers directly on (phone number removed)/(phone number removed) for more information.