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Teaching Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Your new company
Hays Education is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies for education professionals, working in partnership with primary, secondary, and SEN schools across London. Due to increasing demand, we are recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support schools across a range of boroughs.

Your new role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils' learning and development both inside and outside the classroom. Roles are available across Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, and secondary settings, with opportunities to support pupils with additional needs (SEN).Your responsibilities may include:

  • Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons
  • Working with small groups or on a one-to-one basis
  • Assisting pupils with special educational needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, and speech & language needs
  • Helping to manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment
  • Supporting pupils' social and emotional development

What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience working with children or young people (school-based or similar) is essential
  • A passion for education and supporting student development
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive attitude
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3) are desirable but not essential

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive daily rates
  • Flexible working options to suit your availability
  • Access to a wide network of London schools
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays consultant
  • Access to free CPD training and development opportunities
  • Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent roles

What you need to do now
If 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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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