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Posted 21 July, 2026

Teaching Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Your new companyHays Education are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across North London.

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Working in partnership with a number of successful secondary schools and academies, we are recruiting Teaching Assistants to provide classroom, academic and pastoral support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with some opportunities extending into Key Stage 5.

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This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates considering a career in education, or individuals with experience supporting young people who are looking to make a positive impact in schools.

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Your new roleAs a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:

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  • Support students in lessons across a range of subject areas
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  • Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences
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  • Provide one-to-one and small group intervention support
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  • Assist students with varying learning needs to access the curriculum
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  • Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
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  • Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
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  • Support students' academic progress and personal development
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Opportunities are available on a daily supply, short-term, long-term and permanent basis.

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What you'll need to succeed

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  • Experience working with young people in a school, tutoring, mentoring, coaching or youth work setting
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  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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  • Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
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  • Patient, adaptable and proactive approach
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  • Passion for supporting young people and their educational development
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  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
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A degree is desirable but not essential.

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Why Choose Hays Education?Hays Education is a market-leading recruitment agency and trusted partner to schools across London. We work closely with secondary schools, academies and multi-academy trusts to provide high-quality staff and rewarding career opportunities.

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Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing teacher training, Hays Education can help you find the right role.

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What you'll get in return

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  • Competitive rates of pay
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  • Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
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  • Access to a wide network of North London secondary schools
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  • Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions
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  • Free CPD and training opportunities through Hays Education
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  • Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment consultant
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  • Easy-to-use online timesheet and payroll system
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What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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