Graduate Academic Coach – Primary Year 5

Step Into Teaching Limited; London Borough of Ealing; A distancia; GBP 26.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Step Into Teaching Limited is seeking an Experienced Primary Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 class in Ealing. The role runs Monday to Friday during term-time, with a weekly wage of £565–£580, starting ASAP.

Experience in a primary school is essential, and you’ll help keep pupils engaged and ready to learn. Location is in Ealing, West London, with a strong emphasis on supportive relationships and effective behaviour management.

Formación

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school is essential.
• Confident, resilient and capable of supporting a Year 5 class.
• Ability to engage pupils and maintain positive classroom routines.

Responsabilidades

• Support Year 5 pupils with learning activities and tasks.
• Help maintain a positive learning environment and manage behaviour effectively.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver focused support and encourage participation.

Conocimientos

KS2 support

Year 5 class

Behaviour management

Proactive approach

Descripción del empleo

Experienced Primary Teaching Assistant – Year 5

Ealing | Monday - Friday | £565 - £580 per week |Term-Time Only | Start ASAP

Make a difference. Rise to the challenge. Inspire the next generation.

Are you a confident, resilient and experienced Teaching Assistant who thrives in a busy primary school environment? Do you have the presence, patience and initiative to engage pupils, manage challenges calmly and help children achieve their best?

Step Into Teaching is working with a welcoming primary school in Ealing seeking a strong and proactive Teaching Assistant to support its Year 5 class every Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands the demands of the primary classroom, can build positive relationships with pupils and is confident stepping in wherever support is needed. You’ll play an important role in maintaining a positive learning environment, keeping pupils engaged and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.

The Role: Year 5 Teaching Assistant

• Location: Primary school in Ealing, West London

• Working day:Monday - Friday

• Start date: As soon as possible

• Salary: £565 per week (term-time only, full-time equivalent; actual pay will depend on contracted hours)

• Experience: Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school is essential.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who brings confidence, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting children. You'll be someone who can think on your feet, remain calm under pressure and approach each day with energy and determination.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school, ideally supporting KS2 pupils.

• Be confident supporting a Year 5 class, helping pupils stay focused, motivated and ready to learn.

• Demonstrate strong behaviour-management skills, setting clear boundaries while building positive, respectful relationships.

• Be resilient and emotionally intelligent, able to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.

• Show initiative and independence, anticipating classroom needs and stepping in confidently without constant direction.

• Adapt their approach to support pupils with different abilities, learning styles and additional needs.

• Work effectively alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons and provide targeted support.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with staff and pupils, contributing to a consistent and supportive learning environment.

Above all, we're looking for someone dependable, proactive and ready to make a difference from day one. You should be comfortable taking responsibility, rising to challenges and helping create a classroom where children feel supported, engaged and ready to achieve.

Why Join This School?

• Make a meaningful impact: Help Year 5 pupils build confidence, develop key skills and prepare for the transition to secondary school.

• Put your experience to good use: Take an active role in supporting learning, encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining classroom routines.

• Be part of a dedicated team: Work alongside staff who share a commitment to giving pupils the best possible start.

• Make Fridays count: Become a valued and reliable member of the school community, providing consistency and support when it matters.

***Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check***

***We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***