Teaching Assistant
Secondary School | Croydon | ASAP Start | Full Time
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential?
We are working with a well-regarded secondary school in Croydon seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, supporting their learning and helping to create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
The Role – Teaching Assistant
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting students across the school to access learning, build confidence and achieve their academic potential.
Working closely with experienced teachers, you will provide classroom support, assist with learning activities and offer individual and small-group support to students with varying abilities and needs.
About the School
This secondary school in Croydon offers a supportive environment where staff work collaboratively to help students succeed. You can expect:
- A collaborative and supportive staff team.
- Students with a range of abilities and learning needs.
- Opportunities to develop your skills and experience.
- A focus on student progress, well-being and achievement.
- Strong pastoral support and inclusive teaching practices.
- Convenient transport links across South London.
- A welcoming school community committed to helping students thrive.
Key Responsibilities
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support students on a one-to-one, small-group and whole-class basis.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
- Provide additional support to students who require help with their learning.
- Help prepare and adapt learning materials to meet students’ individual needs.
- Encourage student participation, confidence and independence.
- Promote positive behaviour and maintain a focused learning environment.
Working Pattern
- Full-time position.
- ASAP start.
- Term-time only
Person Specification
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a genuine interest in supporting young people and their education.
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Are patient, approachable and adaptable.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and all safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
Academics has obtained authority from the client to advertise this position.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy.
