Secondary Teaching Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Career progression

Training provided

Permanent opportunities

5 days per week

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant for a temporary role in Greenwich. You will support students with SEN, assist with reading and writing, and help break tasks into manageable steps while contributing to pastoral and behavioural support.

The role offers term-time working with training opportunities, progression potential, and a strong team to learn from. A DBS check is required and salary is paid daily at £100–£116, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special education needs.
• Clearance DBS (or ability to obtain one).
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are safe for students.
• Prepare activities and tidy up after sessions.
• Develop understanding with each child to create an optimal learning environment.
• Report safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately.

Skills

SEN experience

DBS check

GCSE Maths/English

Education

GCSE Maths & English A-C

Job description

Posted 21 August 2026 Salary £100 - £116 per day Location Greenwich Job type Temporary Discipline Secondary Education Reference SecondaryTAASDsecond_1787309699

A secondary SEN school in Greenwich, SE18 area are welcoming applications for their Secondary Teaching Assistant vacancy. This is a fantastic opportunity with a brilliantly well-run establishment, with lots of experienced staff to learn from.

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you'll be working with children who require additional support with reading/writing and breaking down tasks to make them more manageable as well as some pastoral and behavioural duties.

Key benefits of the role of Secondary Teaching Assistant:

• Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
• Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
• Term-time only which means lots of holiday!
• Permanent employment opportunities available
• Secured work 5 days per week

What can you expect to do on a daily basis as a secondary teaching assistant?

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
• Preparation of activities and tidying away after
• Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately

What is required of you?

• A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs
• A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
• A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro-active rather than always waiting for direction
• You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
• You must not be barred from working with children
• You will have grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.