Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Enfield, London. You will collaborate with teachers to foster a positive learning environment and support students' academic and personal growth. Ideal candidates are passionate about education, patient, and have strong communication skills. The role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive pay.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive pay scales

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-age students is desirable.
• Knowledge of SEN support strategies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
• Support individual students or small groups.
• Help create a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Team player

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Teaching Assistant (Secondary School) – Enfield, London

Location: Enfield | Contract Type: Full-time / Term-time only / Part-time / Permanent | Salary: £89 - £110 per day | Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality support in the classroom, helping to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Your role will be vital in supporting students' academic progress, personal development, and emotional wellbeing.

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons and learning activities.
• Support individual students or small groups, including those with special educational needs (SEN).
• Help to create a positive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Provide additional support during assessments, group work, and enrichment activities.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about education and supporting young people.
• Patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic.
• Able to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working with secondary-age students.
• Knowledge of SEN support strategies.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification).

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements including full-time, part-time, or supply options.
• Competitive pay scales with prompt weekly payments for supply roles.
• Access to professional development opportunities and training.
• Supportive leadership and a positive school culture.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' academic and personal growth.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching journey and enjoy the flexibility of supply work with the backing of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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 workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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