Secondary Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in East London. You will support a range of learners, including those with special educational needs (SEN). The ideal candidate has experience working with such students and can maintain engagement and positive behaviour. This is a full-time, long-term position starting in January 2026, offering a chance to contribute to the school community and help students achieve their best.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £50 in shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• Solid experience supporting young people with SEN.
• Confident in working with SEND and mainstream learners.
• Remain calm, adaptable, and proactive in challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff to maintain student engagement.
• Encourage positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Help students achieve their best.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with SEN

Confident working with SEND and mainstream learners

Calm and adaptable under challenges

Reliable and dedicated

Job description

Job Overview

Start: January 2026 | Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 4:00pm | Contract: Full-time, long‑term (through July 2026)

About the School

A welcoming secondary school in East London (E11) is looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to support a range of learners, including pupils with autism (ASD), complex needs, behavioural difficulties, and students in mainstream classes.

Responsibilities

Working closely with teaching staff and the SENCO, you will play a key role in maintaining engagement, encouraging positive behaviour and helping students achieve their best.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Solid experience supporting young people with SEN
• Confident working with both SEND and mainstream learners
• Remain calm, adaptable and proactive when challenges arise
• Reliable, dedicated and keen to contribute to the school community

How to Apply

Apply now to secure your place for January. If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Evanthia Fylaktakidou at 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1054.

Referral Bonus

We offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend who is placed in the job.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other criterion.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up‑to‑date DBS, or allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Additional Information

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact

Evanthia Fylaktakidou – Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1054