Teaching Assistant

£90 - £110 per day
Outer London - East
Long term
Start date: November 2025
A supportive and progressive secondary school in Barking and Dagenham, East London is looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their expanding learning support team.

This full-time, long-term role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with students who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), playing a key part in fostering an inclusive, uplifting school environment where every child can thrive.

The role provides a daily rate of up to £110, depending on experience.

About the Role:                                                                                                                     
  • Offer personalised 1:1 and small-group support across various subjects and year groups
  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that cater to a wide range of learning needs
  • Work alongside the SENCO and wider support staff to implement, track, and adapt individual support strategies
  • Encourage independence, positive behaviour, and emotional confidence in students

What the School is Looking For:
  • Prior experience working with children or young people, ideally with some SEND involvement
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting, supportive connections
  • A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach to challenges in the classroom
  • A genuine enthusiasm for helping young learners grow both academically and personally

What the School Offers:
  • A warm, community-minded atmosphere where collaboration and inclusion are central
  • Regular CPD sessions and strong opportunities for professional development
  • Modern facilities and diverse learning resources designed to inspire students
  • A committed and approachable leadership team focused on staff wellbeing and career progression

Why Horizon Teachers?
  • One-to-one guidance from an experienced education consultant throughout your journey
  • Free, accredited safeguarding training included with your registration
  • Attractive referral bonuses: £150 for referring a TA or support worker, £300 for referring a teacher (T&Cs apply)
  • A highly reputable agency with an outstanding 4.9â?? Google rating

If youâ??re a supportive, driven individual who wants to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse school community, apply today to become a Teaching Assistant at this excellent secondary school in Barking and Dagenham, East London!

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. 

Horizon Teachers, part of Operam Education Group.