Job description
Secondary Teaching Assistant
Location: Waltham Forest
Pay: £95-£110 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only
An ambitious secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support students across the curriculum.
This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience while making a genuine difference to students' educational journeys.
Key Responsibilities
• Support students both academically and socially.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with students individually and in small groups.
• Encourage independence and resilience.
• Help create a positive learning environment.
Person Specification
• Experience working with young people in any setting.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enthusiastic and reliable.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
Why Work with Tradewind?
• Excellent rates of pay.
• Free access to professional development courses.
• Friendly, experienced consultants.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent school placements.