EAL Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools – Haringey

EAL Teaching Assistant | English as an Additional Language | Graduate Opportunity

Location: Haringey, North London
Pay: £95–£115 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time | Long Term

Support Students to Thrive Through Language and Learning

Are you passionate about helping young people develop their English language skills and reach their full academic potential?

We are working with a number of diverse and inclusive secondary schools across Haringey that are looking to recruit dedicated EAL Teaching Assistants to support students whose first language is not English.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, linguists or experienced Teaching Assistants looking to gain valuable experience within secondary education while making a real difference to students’ educational journeys.

The Role

As an EAL Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) both in lessons and through targeted interventions.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group language support.
• Help pupils develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
• Work closely with classroom teachers to adapt learning materials where appropriate.
• Encourage students to participate confidently in lessons.
• Support newly arrived pupils as they settle into school life.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and the EAL Coordinator.
• Promote an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent spoken and written English.
• Is passionate about supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, adaptable and empathetic.
• Can build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Is committed to supporting pupils throughout the academic year.

Experience supporting EAL learners is desirable but not essential.

Applications Are Welcomed From

• Graduates in English, Linguistics, Languages, Education or related subjects.
• Experienced Teaching Assistants.
• Aspiring teachers.
• Individuals who are bilingual or multilingual.
• Candidates with experience working with young people in schools, tutoring or community settings.

The Schools Offer

• Supportive and experienced leadership teams.
• Diverse school communities where inclusion is at the heart of learning.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Excellent experience for those considering teacher training.
• Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment.

Role Details

Location: Secondary Schools across Haringey
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time | Long Term
Pay: £95–£115 per day (dependent on experience)

If you are passionate about helping students overcome language barriers and succeed in education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration and begin a rewarding career supporting young people across Haringey’s secondary schools.