Teaching Assistant

anzuk Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 16,974 - 17,527; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PAYE/Umbrella payroll options

Weekly pay

Professional development

Supportive environment

Job summary

ANZUK Education is recruiting a proactive Teaching Assistant for Elm Park, Havering to provide essential classroom support and assist in delivering lessons alongside teachers.

You will help raise attainment across literacy and numeracy, foster an inclusive environment, manage classroom dynamics, and support pupils with diverse needs. Flexible PAYE/Umbrella pay options, weekly pay, and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with students.
• Able to adapt, be proactive, and take initiative in the classroom.
• Solid understanding of safeguarding and child welfare.
• Reliable team player with a positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher in resource prep and classroom management.
• Work with small groups or individuals to reinforce learning and improve literacy/numeracy.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment and engage all students.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development per school policies.
• Supervise students during breaks and outings when required.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Adaptable

Safeguarding understanding

Team player

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Elm Park, Havering
Salary: £92.63, £95 per day (PAYE and Umbrella options available)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Temp to Perm

About the School

ANZUK Education has partnered with a high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in Elm Park. Known for its strong community sense and supportive leadership, the school provides a nurturing and inspiring environment. The staff team is dedicated to collaborative working, ensuring every pupil receives the support they need to reach their full academic and personal potential.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Teaching Assistant to join the team in Elm Park. In this role, you will provide essential classroom support, working alongside teachers to facilitate a positive learning environment. You will assist in the delivery of lessons, help manage classroom dynamics, and provide targeted support to students to help raise attainment across the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher in the preparation of resources and management of the classroom environment.
• Work with small groups or individual pupils to reinforce learning concepts and improve literacy and numeracy skills.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment, ensuring all students are engaged and motivated.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development in line with school policies.
• Assist with the supervision of students during break times and school outings when required.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people (ideally in a school or educational setting).
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students.
• Be adaptable, resilient, and ready to take initiative within the classroom.
• Hold a solid understanding of safeguarding and the importance of child welfare.
• Be a reliable team player with a positive, "can-do" attitude.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Pay: Choose between PAYE or Umbrella payroll to suit your needs.
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via ANZUK Education.
• Access to professional development and general classroom training.
• A supportive and friendly working environment in a top-tier Elm Park school.

Apply Now

Ready to kickstart or progress your career in education? Submit your CV by clicking the Apply button today. For more information on teaching assistant roles in Havering, visit the ANZUK website.

Pay rates depend on experience, role type, umbrella or PAYE rate selection. ANZUK Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture or disability. Each individual will be assessed on merit alone.