Teaching Assistant

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work! Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Brick Lane School, London E2 6DY Salary: £24,675 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant at Brick Lane School, you won’t just support learning — you’ll help shape lives. You’ll work closely with pupils who have a range of needs and strengths, supporting them through personalised learning journeys built on trust, encouragement, and consistency. You’ll assist with preparing engaging lessons, delivering hands-on activities, and providing essential emotional and physical support. Whether supporting learning in the classroom or facilitating outdoor activities, no two days will be the same. You’ll be part of a supportive, close-knit team that values your contribution and encourages your professional development as you grow in confidence and experience. What You’ll Do Support pupils with varied and complex needs to access learning, build independence, and develop key life skills Assist with preparing and delivering engaging classroom, practical, and outdoor learning activities Provide consistent emotional, physical, and social support to promote wellbeing and positive engagement Work flexibly across different classes and learning environments as part of a collaborative, supportive team Implement agreed strategies and follow guidance from teachers and clinical professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils In addition you will support autistic pupils to develop their communication, emotional regulation, independence, and relationships. This includes supporting pupils during playtimes, swimming sessions (including entering the pool where required), educational visits, and with personal/intimate care. You will be expected to work flexibly across classes,