Science Teaching Assistant

Science Teaching Assistant – Ignite Young Minds in Top Science Labs

Are you a passionate graduate eager to fast-track your career in science education? This Science Teaching Assistant role in vibrant Barking and Dagenham places you at the heart of student discovery, supporting tomorrow’s innovators in cutting-edge laboratories. Your energy and ideas will help shape young minds and make a real impact on STEM learning, all within an empowering and ambitious school community. If you dream of teaching, psychology, or SEN, and yearn to immerse yourself in science, this is your perfect launchpad.
Experience the ultimate springboard in science education! As a Science Teaching Assistant, you’ll work side-by-side with outstanding educators, championing interactive learning and inspirational academic support. Our Ofsted ‘Good to Outstanding’ partner school thrives on collaboration, purposeful challenge, and nurturing talent. You’ll access state-of-the-art resources, personalised mentoring, and structured CPD to unlock your potential. Whether aiming for teacher training, educational psychology, or SEN specialism, there’s no better proving ground than this exceptional institution.
Key Highlights:

Full-time Science Teaching Assistant role supporting 11-16s
Competitive pay: £105 - £110 Per Day, paid weekly
Based in Barking and Dagenham, East London – excellent transport links
School graded Good to Outstanding by Ofsted, celebrated for STEM
Unrivalled CPD and direct mentoring from expert Heads of Science
Rapid progression to teacher training, Ed Psych, SEN pathways
Designed for high-calibre graduates with proven academic excellence
World-class science labs, innovative tech, and energetic environment

What You'll Be Doing:

Delivering bespoke 1:1 and small group interventions in science lessons
Preparing practical experiments and supporting dynamic lab activities
Collaborating closely with Science Teachers to develop engaging resources
Identifying and supporting students with additional SEN/learning needs
Tracking student progress, providing feedback, targeting achievement gaps
Leading STEM clubs and extracurricular enrichment where possible

Ideal "Science Teaching Assistant" for this Barking and Dagenham School:

First or Upper Second (2:1) Science degree from a top university
Ambitious, with aspirations in teaching, psychology, or SEN
Curious thinker with an infectious enthusiasm for science
Resilient, self-motivated, and relentlessly positive in challenge
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
Empathetic, proactive, and deeply committed to student success

Why Join This Barking and Dagenham School?:

Exceptional Science faculty – regularly recognised for staff development
CPD built around you: pathways to PGCE, Ed Psych, therapy, or SEN specialism
Positive, inclusive culture championing personal growth and wellbeing
Outstanding student behaviour and a genuine thirst for learning
Fast-track progression opportunities in teaching and education
Inspiring SLT leadership with a holistic, student-first vision
Access to exclusive mentoring, INSET, and professional networks

Eager to supercharge your journey in education? This Science Teaching Assistant role delivers transformative experience, expert mentoring, and unmissable progression in Barking and Dagenham. Interviews are ongoing—seize your future as a changemaker in STEM education and apply now!
How to Apply

Ready to help shape the future of science learning? Hit ‘apply’ immediately to grab one of these dynamic support roles in Barking and Dagenham—applications are moving fast, and interview slots are filling by the hour. Make your move now to avoid missing out!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!