Location: Camden, North London
Salary: £110 to £120 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Long Term with the Opportunity to Go Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner if available)
Hours: Full Time, Term Time Only
About the Role
A well established secondary school in Camden is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join its team on a long term basis, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.
This is an excellent opportunity to support students in achieving their full potential while working alongside experienced teachers in a welcoming and inclusive school. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting learning, promoting positive behaviour and helping to create an engaging classroom environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support teachers in delivering high quality lessons.
* Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning.
* Provide additional support for students with SEND where required.
* Assist with the preparation of classroom resources and learning materials.
* Encourage positive behaviour and student engagement.
* Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
* Support students' academic, social and emotional development.
* Contribute to a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
Person Specification
Essential
* Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or in a similar role within a school.
* Experience supporting children or young people in an educational setting.
* A positive, patient and supportive approach.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
Desirable
* Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
* Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
* First Aid qualification.
* Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures within schools.
What's on Offer
* Competitive daily rate of £110 to £120, depending on experience.
* Long term position with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
* Full time, term time only role.
* Supportive leadership team and welcoming school community.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
* Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a successful secondary school.
* A positive and inclusive working environment.
The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre employment and safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment guidance
Salary description
£110.00 - £120.00 per day