Teaching Assistant

Randstad UK; London Borough of Havering; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Shopping vouchers (refer-a-friend)

Job summary

Randstad UK is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for Upminster, London Borough of Havering. The role supports classroom teachers, assists student learning, and helps maintain a positive environment in local secondary schools.

The position offers exclusive roles through Randstad Education, focusing on inclusivity and student growth. You will work with dedicated staff, delivering targeted support and contributing to a nurturing educational setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to support classroom learning and student engagement.
• Experience assisting with reading, writing, or maths tasks in a secondary setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with young learners.

Responsibilities

• Assisting subject teachers with lesson preparation, classroom setups, and learning activities
• Create a supportive learning environment where secondary pupils feel confident to participate
• Provide targeted reading, writing, or math support to small groups of students
• Ability to communicate with and encourage children with diverse learning needs
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to maintain consistent classroom management
• Assist with general supervision during break times or school events
• Encourage positive behavior and student engagement throughout the school day

Skills

Classroom support

Reading support

Numeracy support

Communication with pupils

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Upminster

£95 - £110 a day

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistant to join our team. Your role will be essential in supporting classroom teachers, assisting student learning, and maintaining a positive environment across local secondary schools.

At Randstad, we work closely with secondary schools in and around Upminster. Our strong network means we can offer you exclusive roles that match your skills and goals. We understand each school's unique culture and are committed to helping you find the right fit for your career path.

Join our thriving and inclusive secondary schools committed to providing outstanding education. We have a dedicated support staff creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for academic and personal growth.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting subject teachers with lesson preparation, classroom setups, and learning activities
• Create a supportive learning environment where secondary pupils feel confident to participate
• Provide targeted reading, writing, or math support to small groups of students
• Ability to communicate with and encourage children with diverse learning needs
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to maintain consistent classroom management
• Assist with general supervision during break times or school events
• Encourage positive behavior and student engagement throughout the school day

Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant secondary support experience) with references
• An enhanced child DBS on the update service (or willingness to get one)
• Right to work in the UK - Essential (sponsorship is not available with this role)
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills to support secondary curriculum work
• Being passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential

Why Work with Randstad?

• Excellent pay rates, weekly pay
• Flexible daily supply and full-time long-term job options
• Continuous career progression and training opportunities
• Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend (subject to terms and conditions)

If you meet these requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Together, we can shape the future of our students.

Join Randstad Education and let us help you find the perfect teaching role. We offer excellent rates of pay, training, feedback on all assignments, and dedicated support from a team of professionals.