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Science Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 16 February 2026
Salary: £28,000.00 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 18 March 2026
Location: E17 4JF
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: SCIENCETEACHING-260216-4569

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Summary

Science Teaching Assistant – Ignite Scientific Curiosity in Waltham Forest

Hit the ground running as a Science Teaching Assistant in an ambitious Waltham Forest school, where your passion will inspire the next generation of scientists. This is a stand-out opportunity for high-achieving graduates who thrive on discovery, challenge, and tangible impact in the classroom. If you are aiming to launch a rewarding career in education, psychology, or special educational needs, your journey starts here — and it will make a difference daily.

Step into a vibrant, fully equipped science department offering the very best in guidance, mentorship, and hands-on learning. As a Science Teaching Assistant, you'll gain exceptional, CV-defining experience working alongside subject specialists in a school renowned for academic innovation and inclusive, high-achieving culture. Professional development is centre stage, with regular CPD workshops and leadership pathways for aspiring educators.

Key Highlights:
• Science Teaching Assistant – immediate start available
• Circa £28,000 Pro-rata (unrivalled for support staff roles)
• Superb Waltham Forest secondary, commutable East/North London links
• Consistently "Good to Outstanding" Ofsted-acclaimed environment
• Rich CPD program: training, observation, and formal upskilling tailored to you
• Ideal for aspiring teachers, budding educational psychologists, or future SEN specialists
• Dynamic labs, immersive technology, and exceptional departmental support

What You'll Be Doing:
• Supporting engaging Science lessons, including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Delivering targeted interventions for students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Championing STEM enrichment activities and hands-on experiments
• Liaising with teachers and SENCo to drive progress in pupils with varied learning needs
• Tracking attainment and feedback, supporting outstanding pupil outcomes
• Creating resources, displays, and learning aids to maximise lesson impact

Ideal "Science Teaching Assistant" for this Waltham Forest School:
• 2:1 or First Class degree in a Science or closely-related discipline
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN professional (motivated by impact)
• Analytical, diligent, organised, and an enthusiastic champion of science
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with a natural curiosity
• Proactive, supportive, and keen to inspire diverse learners

Why Join This Waltham Forest School?:
• Culture of high aspiration, inclusivity, and respect at every level
• Unmatched support from experienced Science and SEND teams
• Opportunity for internal school-based teacher training routes
• Outstanding classroom technology & labs for real-world learning
• Vibrant extracurricular programme and active science community

Ready to transform your future with this Science Teaching Assistant post? Step into a school where your ambition is celebrated, your development is turbocharged, and every day is shaped by purpose. Early applications strongly encouraged as interviews are ongoing — seize your place on the forefront of education now.

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