Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Secondary School | Croydon | September Start | Full Time

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in a supportive and high-performing secondary school?

We are working with an outstanding secondary school in Sutton seeking a dedicated and motivated Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or someone with relevant experience supporting young people to develop their skills within a thriving secondary school environment.

The Role - Teaching Assistant (Sutton)

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting students across the school to access learning, build confidence, and make positive academic and personal progress.

Working closely with experienced teachers, you will support learning in the classroom, provide 1:1 and small-group support, and assist students with a range of learning needs. You may also be required to support targeted interventions and help students develop their confidence, independence, and engagement with learning.

About the School

This outstanding secondary school in Sutton offers a vibrant and supportive environment where both students and staff thrive. You can expect:

A consistently high-performing school with excellent GCSE and A-Level outcomes
A collaborative, supportive and experienced staff team
Engaged students with positive attitudes to learning
Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities
Strong pastoral systems and inclusive practice
Convenient transport links across South London
A welcoming and ambitious school communityKey Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support students on a 1:1, small-group, and whole-class basis
Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
Provide targeted support to students who require additional assistance
Support students with different abilities and learning needs
Monitor and provide feedback on student progress and engagement
Help prepare and adapt learning materials where required
Promote positive behaviour and a focused learning environment
Help build student confidence, resilience, and independence
Work closely with teachers and other support staff to meet students' needsWorking Pattern

Full-time position
September start
Term-time only
Based in Sutton, South LondonPerson Specification

We are looking for candidates who:

Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting
Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in a similar role
Are confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills
Are passionate about education and supporting young people
Are patient, reliable, and proactiveSalary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy