Teaching Assistant (Mainstream) Secondary

Apex Education Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Education Recruitment is seeking a resilient Teaching Assistant to work across Years 7–11 in a Romford secondary school. The role focuses on supporting students with Learning Difficulties both in and out of the classroom.

You will work closely with teaching staff to help pupils reach their academic, social and emotional potential, Monday to Friday during term time. A proactive, patient approach and GCSEs in Maths and English are essential, with SEN experience valued.

Qualifications

• Maths GCSE and English GCSE are required.
• Understanding of the KS3/KS4 secondary curriculum.
• Ability to work calmly with teenagers and support SEN students.
• Willingness to support social and emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to SEN students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Assist with delivery of the secondary curriculum.
• Support pupils in managing their social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Reinforce class teaching, explain tasks, and encourage engagement.
• Support teachers with classroom management and preparation of learning materials.
• Build positive relationships to help students develop confidence and independence.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

SEN support

Education

maths & English GCSE

English GCSE (Grade C/4 or above)

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Recruiting for a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant to work across Years 7 11 in a Romford Secondary School. This is a mainstream role, with a particular focus on providing additional support to students with Learning Dfficulties, in and out of the classroom.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to help students reach their academic, social, and emotional potential.

Monday - Friday (Term time only)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to SEN students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Assist with the delivery of the secondary curriculum.
• Support pupils in managing their social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Reinforce class teaching, help explain tasks, and encourage engagement.
• Support teachers with classroom management and preparation of learning materials.
• Build positive working relationships with students, helping them to develop confidence and independence.

Essential:

• Maths and English GCSE (Grade C/4 or above)
• Understanding of the secondary curriculum (KS3 KS4)
• Ability to work calmly and effectively with teenagers
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A resilient, patient, and compassionate approach
• Ability to support students with a range of SEN needs (e.g. autism, ADHD, learning difficulties)
• Willingness to support students social and emotional development

Desirable:

• Experience working in a secondary school environment
• Previous SEN, pastoral, or youth-work experience
• Relevant Teaching Assistant Qualification

This post is subject to a face-to-face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children guidance and all staff are fully trained.

Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer