Secondary Teaching Assistant
1 day ago
Ilford
Position: Teaching Assistant - North East LondonSalary: £22,833 - £23,158 pro rata (£29,436 - £29,856 FTE) dependent on experienceEmployment Type: Full-time, Term-Time OnlyStart Date: ASAP Are you a passionate and supportive Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Spencer Clarke Group is currently working in partnership with a highly successful secondary school in North East London to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students within both mainstream classrooms and specialist SEND provision. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, recent graduate considering a future career in education, or someone passionate about supporting students with additional learning needs. Your Role with Us: As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral teams to support students both within mainstream lessons and small group interventions. The role will involve supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and English as an Additional Language (EAL). You will play a key role in helping students build confidence, independence, and engagement with learning while contributing to a positive and inclusive school environment. What We're Looking For: • NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent, • GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above in English, Maths, and Science, • Strong communication and behaviour management skills, • Experience supporting students with SEND, ASD, or EAL is desirable, • Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff, • A patient, proactive, and empathetic approach, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team, • Strong ICT skills and ability to support classroom learning resourcesWhy Join Us:, • Opportunity to work within a supportive and well-established secondary school, • Valuable experience supporting students across mainstream and specialist provisions, • Excellent opportunity for graduates considering teacher training or a long-term career in education, • Ongoing support from a dedicated Spencer Clarke Group consultant, • Access to professional development and training opportunities, • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with safeguarding requirements, • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, and all employment breaks must be explained, • You must have the legal right to work in the UK works with a wide range of schools across Primary, Secondary, SEN, and Further Education settings, as well as support staff positions across the UK. Requirements: • Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience, • Passion for working with students with diverse needs, • Ability to engage and motivate students in their learning, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives, • Supportive and collaborative work environment, • Full-time position with competitive compensation starting at £100 per day APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained, • You must have legal right to work in the UK Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.