Teaching Assistant

MyNewTerm; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Park High School, part of Greenshaw Learning Trust, is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support students across year groups. You will work with individuals and small groups, helping create a focused learning environment and contributing to pastoral and inclusion work.

The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4, solid IT skills, experience in a secondary setting and familiarity with supporting English as an Additional Language students.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 (or equivalent) required.
• Proficient IT skills with Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Google Drive.
• Experience in a secondary school environment.
• Experience supporting EN (English as a non-native language) students in a mainstream classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across subjects and year groups.
• Work with individuals and small groups to create a focused learning environment.
• Contribute to pastoral and inclusion work within the school.

Skills

IT skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Drive

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4)

Job description

Help Young People Grow in Confidence

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve success?

At Orchard Park High School, we are seeking a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming school community.

Working alongside teachers and other colleagues, you will provide targeted support both in and beyond the classroom, helping students develop the skills, resilience and confidence they need to thrive throughout their secondary education.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support learning across a range of subjects and year groups. You will work with individual students and small groups, help to create a focused learning environment, and contribute to the wider pastoral and inclusion work of the school.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is educated to at least GCSE grade C/4 standard (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Is Proficient in IT Skills (Word/Excel/Powerpoint/Google Drive)
• Has had successful experience of working within a Secondary school / Education Setting
• Has experience of supporting EN students in a mainstream classroom environment

About Orchard Park High School

Orchard Park is one of the most successful schools in the area, performing well above the national average for progress 8. The school is highly successful and we are proud of its ambitions and diverse community. We pride ourselves on routines, systems and excellence. We are a calm, happy and high achieving school, providing the very best education to all.

Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration and professional growth are central to everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you will benefit from shared expertise, strong support networks and opportunities to develop your career across the Trust.

We offer our staff:

• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career progression pathways
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Car Benefit Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to make a real difference in a secondary school environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59 pm on Sunday 11th October 2026.We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.