Male Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Male

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-time / Term-time only

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a vibrant, high-achieving academy in East London for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in young people's education and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, including those with additional needs
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment
• Assisting with behaviour management and pastoral support
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people (school setting preferred but not essential)
• Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting pupil progress
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible approach to classroom support
• Relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 TA qualification) desirable but not essential

Why Apply

• Supportive, well-resourced school environment
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for progression within the school
• The chance to make a lasting impact on pupils' lives

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our pupil community. Male applicants are currently underrepresented in our support staff team, and we would particularly encourage men to apply — however, all suitably experienced candidates are welcome to apply, and selection will be based purely on merit.

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