* Teaching Assistant
* Waltham Cross
* £89-£115 per day
* September 2025
* Long-term
Are you passionate about education and driven to make a difference in young people's lives? A friendly and inclusive secondary school in Waltham Cross is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.
Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping students across Key Stages 3 and 4, both academically and personally. Working closely with teachers and the SEND department, you’ll provide tailored support, deliver engaging interventions, and help create a positive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Support teaching and learning across a range of KS3 and KS4 subjects
* Provide one-to-one and small-group interventions based on individual student needs
* Assist students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and focused classroom environment
* Help with lesson planning, resource preparation, and classroom organisation
What We’re Looking For
* Experience working in a school or educational setting (paid or voluntary)
* A proactive, caring, and enthusiastic approach
* A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred, not required)
* Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply
* Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
* A strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practices
Why choose Horizon Teachers?
* Competitive pay: £89 - £115 per day
* Flexible roles: Choose from daily supply, long-term, or permanent positions.
* Local work: Opportunities in schools within your community.
* Personal support: A dedicated consultant to guide your career.
* Ongoing training: Access discounted CPD from our in-house expert (former headteacher).
* Exclusive courses: Specialist training through our partnership with Northope Hall.
* Referral bonus: Get £150 when you refer a teacher, TA, or support staff (T&Cs apply).
Horizon Teachers is proud to be an inclusive employer
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. As a certified inclusive employer, we’re committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and free from bias.
Apply now to start your next chapter as a Teaching Assistant and make a real difference in the classroom.