Teaching Assistant. Job in Lewisham Education & Training Jobs

TimePlan Education; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking enthusiastic teaching assistants for full-time roles in Lewisham. Starting in May 2025, these rewarding positions offer a chance to gain valuable experience in diverse school settings. Ideal candidates will possess excellent numeracy and literacy skills, and while prior experience with children is beneficial, it is not essential. This role is perfect for those considering future teacher training, providing a supportive environment with regular training and competitive pay. Join a dedicated team committed to the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

Regular training

Competitive pay

Support throughout placement

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching assistant qualification or university degree preferred.
• Experience with SEN children is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering lessons and managing classroom activities.
• Assist children with learning and personal development.

Skills

Excellent numeracy skills

Excellent literacy skills

Experience working with children

Relevant experience in dance, drama, sports, youth work, or arts

Education

CACHE Level 3 qualification

University degree

Job description

Teaching Assistant- Lewisham

TimePlan Education is currently looking for flexible and enthusiastic candidates for full-time teaching assistant roles in several excellent schools in Lewisham (and surrounding areas). These rewarding and varied full-time teaching assistant roles will start in May 2025 (with the possibility of continuing into the next academic year).

• Previous experience working with children is not essential for the teaching assistant roles in Lewisham, although other relevant experience (for example in a dance, drama, sports, youth work or arts capacity) would be advantageous, as would experience supporting children or adults with SEN.
• You should hold either a relevant teaching assistant qualification (such as a CACHE Level 3) or a university degree (although this does not necessarily need to relate to childcare). Roles for university graduates and Level 3 qualified teaching assistants are available in both primary and secondary settings in Lewisham.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills are essential for teaching assistant roles in Lewisham.
• Teaching assistant roles in Lewisham schools would particularly suit individuals who are keen to undertake teacher training in the future, such as a PGCE or Teach First, looking for teaching assistant experience over the next academic year.
• TimePlan Education offers a number of benefits, including regular training, competitive pay and support throughout your placement.
• If you are interested in a teaching assistant role in Lewisham with a May 2025 start, please apply today.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.