Teaching Assistant Location: Bexley, London Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only (39 weeks) Salary: £22,000 – £24,000 per annum (pro rata, dependent on experience) Start Date: September 2025 Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and passionate about education? We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at a vibrant secondary school in Bexley. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is committed to helping every student reach their full potential. About Us Our school is a successful and inclusive mainstream secondary school, with a strong community ethos and high aspirations for all our students. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive and enriching environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, your role will involve: * Supporting students in class, across a variety of subjects, under the direction of the class teacher * Working one-to-one and with small groups, particularly supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), English as an Additional Language (EAL), or those who require additional academic support * Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment * Assisting in the preparation of learning materials and classroom displays * Promoting student progress, confidence, and independence The Ideal Candidate Will Have: * Previous experience working with children or young people (ideally in an educational or care setting) * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * A patient, caring, and flexible approach to supporting learners of all abilities * Good literacy and numeracy skills (minimum of GCSE Grade 4/C in English and Maths or equivalent) * A genuine passion for education and a desire to pursue a career in the school sector