Teaching Assistant (Mainstream) Secondary

Apex Education Recruitment; London Borough of Havering; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Education Recruitment is seeking a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Years 7–11 in a Romford secondary school. The role focuses on helping students with Learning Difficulties both in and out of the classroom and requires a patient, flexible approach.

You will work Monday to Friday during term time, assisting with the delivery of the secondary curriculum, supporting social and emotional development, and reinforcing learning with individual pupils and small

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
• Understanding of KS3–KS4 secondary curriculum.
• Ability to calmly work with teenagers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient, patient, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to support students with a range of SEN needs.
• Willingness to support students’ social and emotional development.

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.

Skills

Calm with teens

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilient and patient

Compassionate

SEN support

Social-emotional support

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade C/4+)

GCSE English (Grade C/4+)

Teaching Assistant Qualification (Desirable)

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.

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