Secondary School Teaching Assistant

Location: Lambeth
Job Type: Temporary
Reference: 311025657
Salary: £450 - £500/week
Job Published: 19 March 2026

Secondary School Teaching Assistant

Lambeth | £450 - £500 per week | Full time | Immediate start available

Looking to make a real difference in a secondary school where every day matters?

We’re working with a welcoming, forward-thinking secondary school in Lewisham who are on the lookout for a brilliant Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a school that values relationships, consistency and the quiet wins that happen in classrooms every single day.

If you love seeing that lightbulb moment, this could be your next move.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Working 1:1 and in small groups, particularly with pupils who need a little extra encouragement
• Helping to create a calm, focused and inclusive learning environment
• Collaborating closely with teachers and the SEN team
• Being a steady, positive presence in the classroom

What the school is looking for

• Experience working with young people, in school or another setting
• Confidence supporting additional needs such as ASD, ADHD or SEMH
• Patience, resilience and a good sense of humour
• A genuine passion for helping teenagers thrive

What you’ll get

• Competitive daily pay
• Ongoing CPD, including access to free training
• A supportive consultant who actually picks up the phone
• The opportunity to grow your experience in a thriving Lewisham secondary school

This role is perfect for graduates considering teacher training, experienced Teaching Assistants ready for a new setting, or anyone who knows that the right support can completely change a young person’s school experience.

Interested? Let’s have a chat.