Teaching Assistant

Step Into Teaching Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A teaching support organization is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant in Waltham Forest to support students alongside teachers in a warm and inclusive secondary school. Candidates should hold a degree and possess strong subject knowledge in English, Maths, and Science, ideally with prior educational experience. This role is essential for restoring confidence and motivation to children, providing a nurturing environment for their academic progress.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting preferred.
• DBS on the update service is essential.
• Passionate about supporting children with their learning.

Responsibilities

• Support students in KS3/KS4 alongside the teacher.
• Provide a safe and inclusive environment.
• Encourage and engage students in their learning.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in English, Maths and Science

Ability to engage and motivate children

Teamwork

Resilience and adaptability

Education

Degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting students and their needs?

Are you looking to gain classroom experience as a Learning Support Assistant?

• Job title: Learning Support Assistant (SEN)
• Location:Waltham Forest
• School: Secondary
• Salary: £540-£560 weekly – Term Time Only
• Job type: Full time role (Monday – Friday)
• Start ASAP for the remainder of the academic year

Step into Teaching have partnered with a lovely secondary school inWaltham Forest who are seeking Learning Support Assistants to work alongside the teacher supporting students in KS3/KS4 ASAP. The school is very warm, welcoming, and friendly in addition to providing a safe, inclusive environment for all students to feel valued and make outstanding progress in their learning.

The Learning Support Assistant must:

• Hold a degree (2:2 or above)
• Have some experience in an educational setting (preferred)
• Have a DBS on the update service (essential)
• Have strong subject knowledge within English Maths and Science (GCSE A* - C)
• Be passionate about supporting children with their learning.
• Be able to keep children engaged and motivated.
• Be enthusiastic, friendly, and approachable.
• Have a commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities.
• Be resilient, fast thinking and adaptable to different environments.
• Be able to work effectively in a team.

How to Apply for the Learning Support Assistant role:

Click ‘Apply’ below to generate your interest and import your CV to Step into Teaching.

***Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Barring Service check***

***We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***