Higher Level Teaching Assistant

£495-£700 per week

November 2026 - July 2027

A truly unique and alternative setting in Redbridge are looking to welcome Primary or Secondary Trained staff to support their SEMH learners , on a full time basis . The setting accommodates up 16 learners, with all tutoring taking place in small/intimate learning areas , on a 1:1 basis . Learners here are aged anything from 10-18 years of age.

The most important skill the successful candidate must display is the desire to invest in forging relationships and respect, and the ability to work hard and be consistent in making this happen. Learners here may hail from unfortunate/less desirable backgrounds, and therefore need to be invited into an engaging and non-judgemental space where they can thrive , and be afforded an equal right to an education .

Working hours are 0830-1630, 5 days per week, and the school is accessable from both Goodmayes and Chadwell Heath station

Experience and training needed for this role include:

• Previous experience of teaching the Primary or Secondary curriculum
• Ability to diffuse challenging behaviour if presented, and to remain both calm and respectful
• Prior experience or a desire to join work in smaller and more specialist settings
• Desire to work in a smaller, more intimate setting
• A commitment to supporting learners both academically and pastorally

Benefits

• Supportive and resourced school environment
• Car parking on site
• Desirable working hours

Smart Teachers offers a dedicated consultant, excellent rates of pay, a guaranteed pay scheme for eligible supply staff, pension contributions subject to qualifying criteria, full AWR compliance, free training including Team Teach, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates, and a generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme. They also support staff with application guidance and ongoing career support.

If you are an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant with the right skills we would love to hear from you.

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