Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
Location: East London (Newham, Stratford and surrounding areas)
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Long-Term & Daily Supply Opportunities
Industry: Education
Salary: £95 - £120 per day
Start Date: September 2026 Choice Teachers are currently looking to build their pool of dedicated Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants, and Classroom Support Assistants ahead of the 2026/27 academic year. Working in partnership with a wide range of schools across East London and the city, we are seeking enthusiastic and reliable support staff who are available for long-term, short-term, and day-to-day opportunities from September 2026. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to continue your career within education, this is a fantastic opportunity to register early and gain access to a variety of rewarding roles as schools begin recruiting for the new academic year.
About the Role – Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
As a member of the Choice Teachers support staff pool, responsibilities may include:
- Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom
- Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives
- Assisting teachers with classroom management and lesson preparation
- Helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
- Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities
- Encouraging pupil participation, confidence, and academic progress
- Providing additional support to children with SEND where required
- Always following school policies and safeguarding procedures
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, or in a similar role
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Be proactive, adaptable, and able to use their own initiative
- Be patient, nurturing, and committed to supporting children's development
- Have a genuine passion for education and helping pupils achieve their potential
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND is desirable but not essential
- Be confident supporting children and young people across a range of age groups and educational settings
Why Join the Choice Teachers Staff Pool?
- Access to a wide range of opportunities across London schools
- Long-term, short-term, and daily supply assignments available
- Opportunities within mainstream and SEND settings
- Flexible work to suit your availability and career goals
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
- Early access to September 2026 vacancies as schools begin their recruitment process
Easily Commutable From: Stratford, Plaistow, Forest Gate, West Ham, Canning Town, Leyton, Bow, Hackney, East Ham, Walthamstow, Barking and surrounding areas.
Safeguarding Statement
Choice Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks in line with the Department for Education's Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. This will include an enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one), references covering the previous two years of employment, verification of identity and qualifications, online searches, and any other checks deemed necessary. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Not quite the right fit?
If this role isn't quite what you're looking for, but you're a qualified teacher or school support staff member seeking work, we may still be able to help. Choice Teachers works with a wide range of schools across London and is always keen to speak with education professionals looking for their next opportunity.
