Learning and Teaching Assistant

Post: Learning and Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Permanent and Term Time Only

Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £29,720 FTE / Pro Rata £25,644

Location: Redbridge

Closing date: 31 May 2026

Interviews: W/C 8 June 2026

Winston Way Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing high-quality education and care. Our mission is to foster a love of learning in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning and Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive school community. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference to pupils’ learning, development, and wellbeing, including those with SEND and EHCPs.

About the Role

As a Learning and Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils across the school, working closely with teachers and senior leaders to deliver high‑quality learning experiences. You will provide tailored support for individuals and small groups, contribute to interventions, and help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

·        Support pupils’ learning, social development, and wellbeing, including those with SEND and EHCPs

·        Work alongside teachers to deliver classroom learning and targeted interventions

·        Support pupils during lessons, break times, lunch times, and enrichment activities

·        Assist in preparing learning materials, displays, and classroom resources

·        Support behaviour management in line with school policies

·        Provide whole‑class cover when required

·        Assist with assessments and provide feedback to staff and parents as directed

·        Participate in training, CPD, and school development activities

·        Accompany pupils on trips and out‑of‑school activities when required

What Can Winston Way Academy Offer You:

As part of the United Learning Trust, we offer great benefits for our staff, including:

·        Highly competitive pay above national average.

·        26 days annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays per annum.

·        An additional day’s paid leave awarded per annum.

·        Access to an outstanding professional development programme.

·        A respectful working environment.

·        Supportive, friendly colleagues who are committed to each other’s professional development.

·        A chance to become part of United Learning, one of the largest groups of academies in the country.

·        Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues in each academy across the Cluster and United Learning.

·        Excellent employee benefits which include a highly sought-after pension scheme with high employer contributions.

·        Access to training

·        Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering mental health and wellbeing support

·        Health Cash Plan available to United Learning staff with a minimum of 6 months of service. The plan gives you money back on essential healthcare, from opticians to physiotherapy, and guarantees you 24/7 access to an online GP.

·        Cycle to work scheme

·        Discounted Gym Membership

·        Car lease scheme

·        Employee benefits through Westfield Rewards including money off your weekly shop, savings from big brands like M&S, Sainsbury’s Boots, H&M, Argos and many more

·        Eye care vouchers and free flu vaccines

How to Apply

To join our dedicated and talented team click apply or visit our careers page at https://www.winstonwayacademy.org.uk/work-with-us.

The deadline for applications is 31 May 2026.

Interviews will take place W/C, 8 June 2026.

Only successful shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

United Learning is a group of schools which aims to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. We seek to improve the life chances of all the children and young people we serve and make it our mission to bring out ‘the best in everyone’ – pupils, staff, parents and the wider community.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

If you are shortlisted for the role, we will carry out an online search.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new member to our Winston Way community.