At a Glance
- Tasks: Support KS3–KS4 students with English interventions and literacy sessions.
- Company: High-performing secondary school in Hackney with a strong reputation for inclusion.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, extensive support teams, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Clear pathways into teacher training and future educational roles.
- Why this job: Gain meaningful experience in education while making a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Strong English degree and child-centred experience required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
A high-performing secondary school in Hackney is seeking an English Teaching Assistant to join from September 2026 on a full-time, long-term basis until the end of the academic year in July 2027, with strong potential for extension thereafter. This opportunity is ideal for a high-achieving graduate with strong child-centred experience looking to gain meaningful secondary school experience supporting KS3–KS4 students through English and literacy intervention.
The school has developed a strong reputation for inclusion, academic progress and SEND provision, with a Progress 8 score above national averages and well-established intervention systems across core subjects. Leaders have invested heavily in targeted literacy support, enabling students with SEND and additional learning needs to access the curriculum successfully. English outcomes remain a particular strength, supported by structured teaching, reading intervention programmes and carefully sequenced literacy strategies across KS3 and KS4.
What the school offers:
- Full academic year contract until July 2027 with potential extension
- Extensive SEND support teams and specialist literacy intervention staff
- Weekly CPD focused on behaviour management, safeguarding and adaptive teaching
- Opportunities to observe experienced English practitioners and intervention leads
- Clear routes into teacher training and future school-based opportunities
The role will involve:
- Supporting KS3–KS4 students through targeted English interventions
- Delivering small-group and 1:1 literacy support sessions
- Assisting students with SEND to engage successfully in lessons
- Working closely with teaching staff to monitor progress in reading and writing
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a strong English-related degree from a leading university
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Possess strong child-centred experience working with young people
- Demonstrate initiative, patience and a genuine interest in education
This role offers excellent school-based experience within a structured and well-supported secondary environment, making it ideal for graduates considering teacher training, educational psychology or long-term work within education.
English Teaching Assistant employer: Ribbons & Reeves
Ribbons & Reeves is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Tower Hamlets where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people. With a strong focus on professional development, ongoing training, and small class sizes, we empower our staff to thrive while fostering a culture of resilience and collaboration. Join us to be part of a team that values impactful mentorship and prioritises the growth of both students and educators alike.
