Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers is seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Teaching Assistant to join a large, vibrant secondary school in Redbridge. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people in their academic, social, and emotional development.

About the role

• Support students across KS3 and KS4, both in-class and through targeted small group interventions.

• Work closely with teachers to adapt learning materials and provide differentiated support.

• Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment that encourages engagement and independence.

• Support pupils with additional learning needs, including those with SEND or EAL.

• Promote high standards of behaviour and foster a positive school ethos

About the school

• A large, modern secondary school with excellent facilities.

• Committed to providing an inclusive, ambitious, and supportive learning environment.

• Strong focus on personal development alongside academic achievement.

• Easily accessible via public transport.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Teaching Assistant you will:

• Previous experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive approach and the ability to work as part of a team
• A genuine passion for supporting the educational progress of young people
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable TA experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected] .