Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Full-Time)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a confident Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Waltham Forest, East London, on a full-time, term-time contract from November 2026.

You will provide general classroom support across subjects, assist with lessons, work with individuals and small groups, and help create a positive learning environment while safeguarding and promoting student development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Teaching Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support across a range of subjects at secondary level.
• Support teachers with engaging and effective lessons.
• Work with individual students and small groups needing additional support.
• Help students stay focused, engaged and motivated during lessons.
• Support students with varying abilities and learning needs.
• Assist with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Full-Time)

Location: Waltham Forest, East London

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Full-time, term-time

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in a supportive secondary school?

We are working with a secondary school in Waltham Forest that is looking for a confident, reliable and experienced General Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis from November 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a minimum of one year's experience working as a Teaching Assistant and enjoys supporting young people in the classroom, helping students develop their confidence and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide general classroom support, helping students remain engaged, motivated and focused on their learning.

The Role

• Providing general classroom support across a range of subjects at secondary level
• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons
• Working with individual students and small groups who require additional support
• Helping students stay focused, engaged and motivated during lessons
• Supporting students with varying abilities and learning needs
• Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning materials
• Encouraging students to develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits
• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and the SEN department
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environmentThe Ideal Candidate

• A minimum of 1 year's experience working as a Teaching Assistant is essential
• Previous experience supporting students within a secondary school is highly desirable
• Confident supporting students across a range of subjects
• Good understanding of classroom routines, behaviour management and safeguarding
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm, patient, approachable and reliable
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, proactive and willing to support wherever needed
• Passionate about helping young people succeed in education

Why Apply?

• Join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Waltham Forest
• Secure a full-time Teaching Assistant position starting in November 2026
• Work alongside experienced teachers and support staff
• Gain valuable experience supporting students across different subjects
• Develop your classroom support and behaviour management skills
• Be part of a positive and collaborative school environment
• Make a genuine difference to students' learning, confidence and development
• Competitive rates of pay, depending on experience

If you are a confident, enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant with at least one year's experience, we would love to hear from you!