Secondary School Teaching Assistant Location: Kensington and Chelsea Contract: Full Time, Long Term (Monday - Friday) Hours: 8.30am - 4.00pm An outstanding and forward-thinking secondary school in Kensington and Chelsea is seeking a motivated Secondary School Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated staff team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for graduates or individuals passionate about working in education to gain hands-on classroom experience in a supportive, high-achieving environment. This position is to start from January 2026, or potentially sooner for the right candidate. As a Secondary School Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students thrive academically and emotionally, working closely with teachers and support staff to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Key Duties: Support teachers in delivering creative and inspiring lessons across a range of subjects. Work 1:1 and in small groups with students who need extra academic or emotional support. Assist pupils with special educational needs (SEN) to access learning activities and achieve their goals. Encourage positive classroom behaviour and help maintain a calm, productive learning atmosphere. Help plan and organise classroom resources and support lesson preparation. Participate in pastoral support, mentoring, and enrichment activities. Contribute to the wider school community by promoting a culture of respect, responsibility, and enthusiasm for learning. Candidate Requirements: Experience working with young people or within an educational setting is desirable. Graduates considering a career in teaching or education are encouraged to apply. Strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills. A patient, resilient, and proactive attitude towards supporting student needs. A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. Benefits: Competitive pay and a long-term, stable position. Excellent opportunity to gain school-based experience before teacher training. Supportive senior leadership and experienced mentors. Professional development opportunities provided by Tradewind Recruitment. A welcoming school environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and student success. If you're an enthusiastic Secondary School Teaching Assistant eager to support students and develop your skills in a rewarding educational setting, apply today by sending your CV to seema.parbat@twrecruitment.com