Teaching Assistant (Secondary School)

Job Description Teaching Assistant – June 2025 Start Location: North West London Salary: £25,675 – £26,068 per annum (FTE) Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (via agency initially) Zest Education London is proud to be working with a high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in North West London to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to start in June 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. The role will initially be offered through the agency on a temporary basis, with the potential for a permanent contract following a successful probation period. About the School This is a large, forward-thinking secondary school serving a richly diverse and vibrant community. The school is nationally recognised for its commitment to inclusion, equality of opportunity, and outstanding outcomes for all students, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school provides a welcoming, well-resourced environment where all staff are supported and developed. With an emphasis on high expectations and strong pastoral care, it is a place where both students and staff can thrive. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: * Support students aged 11 to 16 with a range of learning difficulties, including those with EHCPs * Work closely with teachers and the SEND team to ensure all students can access the curriculum * Provide one-to-one and small group support, both in and out of the classroom * Assist with implementing individual support plans and tracking student progress * Contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment What We’re Looking For * Experience working with young people, particularly those with special educational needs (school or youth work background desirable) * A calm, patient, and resilient approach * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * A genuine passion for supporting the learning and development of all students * A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Why Join This School? * Competitive salary (£25,675 – £26,068 FTE) * Excellent training and ongoing professional development * Supportive and experienced SEND and pastoral teams * Opportunity to transition into a permanent role after probation * A school environment that values inclusion, diversity, and teamwork Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work. Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years. The role advertised is for temporary supply work