Teaching Assistant: SEN/ESL Support & Inclusive Classrooms

Madison Reign Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students at Southwark Borough Secondary School. In this full-time role, you will assist in classroom management, provide individualized support for students, and contribute to their academic development. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs or equivalent, strong communication skills, and experience working with young people. You will promote an inclusive learning environment, support special educational needs, and participate in extra-curricular activities.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate between £95 - £120

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of GCSEs or equivalent qualifications. A relevant teaching assistant qualification is a plus.
• Experience working with children or adolescents, especially in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to provide additional classroom support.
• Work one-on-one with students requiring extra help.
• Assist in preparing teaching materials and resources.
• Help manage classroom behaviour following intervention strategies.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Promote inclusive practices for equal access to the curriculum.
• Support special educational needs students by implementing strategies.
• Assist ESL students in developing English language skills.
• Contribute to planning extra-curricular activities.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment following regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Support for special educational needs

Education

GCSEs or equivalent qualifications

Relevant teaching assistant qualification

Job description

A leading education provider seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students at Southwark Borough Secondary School. In this full-time role, you will assist in classroom management, provide individualized support for students, and contribute to their academic development. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs or equivalent, strong communication skills, and experience working with young people. You will promote an inclusive learning environment, support special educational needs, and participate in extra-curricular activities.