Teaching Assistant - Secondary School
Location: Hammersmith and Fulham, West LondonStart Date: September 2025Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Potential for Permanent Placement)Pay: £90-£100 per dayHours: 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday to Friday
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The position begins in September 2025 and will continue through to the end of the term initially, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.
Role Overview
This position offers a valuable opportunity for individuals looking to begin or develop their career in education. The successful Teaching Assistant will:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Assist with lesson preparation and classroom activities
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
- Encourage student engagement and positive behaviour
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be:
- An effective communicator with a calm and encouraging manner
- Dedicated to supporting the learning and wellbeing of all students
- A strong team player who is proactive and adaptable
- Committed to building trusting relationships with students and staff
About the School
- Large, mixed secondary school serving students aged 12-18
- Excellent behaviour and a supportive, inclusive culture
- Experienced SENCo and a well-organised SEN team with weekly planning meetings
- Easily accessible by public transport from across West London
Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A degree (any subject)
- An Enhanced DBS Disclosure (or be willing to obtain one)
- The legal right to work in the UK
- A CV covering at least the last 10 years of employment (where applicable)
- Relevant reference checks
Why Choose Tradewind?
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses
- Generous referral bonus scheme
- Regular networking and social events
Interested?Click 'Apply now' or contact Seema Parbat on / to find out more about this exciting opportunity in Hammersmith and Fulham.