Job title: Cover Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Redbridge, East London
Job published: 11-11-2026
Job ID: 126476

Job Description

Cover Teaching Assistant

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience within education? Interested in working across a variety of schools as a Cover Teaching Assistant in Redbridge?

Ribbons & Reeves are recruiting enthusiastic graduates for pre-booked cover and supply opportunities across a range of schools throughout the London Borough of Redbridge. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience, work with different students and explore a potential career in education.

Cover Teaching Assistant | Job Summary

  • Minimum of £92 per day (inclusive of holiday pay) | Paid weekly via PAYE

  • Pre-booked cover and flexible supply opportunities across Redbridge

  • Work across different schools, supporting students with a variety of ages, abilities and additional needs

  • Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience and develop behaviour management skills

  • Potential for the Cover Teaching Assistant role to lead to long-term and/or permanent opportunities as the academic year progresses

  • An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one, is essential

  • Previous school experience is desirable but not essential

As a Cover Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to experience different school environments, build relationships with students and develop your confidence supporting learning in the classroom. Whether you are considering a future career in teaching or simply want to gain experience working with young people, this could be an excellent starting point.

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping graduates and educators secure long-term and permanent opportunities across London.

Apply today to find out more about this Cover Teaching Assistant opportunity!

Cover Teaching Assistant | Ribbons & Reeves | November 2026

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