Primary School TA

Senploy; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy seeks enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Lewisham schools. The role involves helping in literacy, numeracy and creative activities, both 1:1 and in groups, within a calm and inclusive classroom environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with children, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in education, with an Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one. Full-time hours in Lewisham.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Experience in a school, nursery, tutoring, childcare or youth work desirable.
• A patient, positive and reliable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with different learning needs.
• A genuine interest in education and child development.
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Work with pupils on a 1:1, small group and whole-class basis.
• Assist the class teacher with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Support pupils with literacy, numeracy, phonics and creative learning.
• Help maintain positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Support pupils with different abilities, including those with additional needs.
• Help create a calm, inclusive and encouraging classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Primary Teaching Assistants to work across schools in Lewisham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development within a primary school setting. The schools are looking for confident, proactive and nurturing candidates who can support pupils in class, work with small groups and provide 1:1 support where needed.

This role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, graduate, aspiring teacher, or someone with strong childcare, tutoring or youth work experience.

Position: Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Lewisham

Hours: Full-time

School Type: Primary School

The Role:

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Work with pupils on a 1:1, small group and whole-class basis
• Assist the class teacher with learning activities and classroom routines
• Support pupils with literacy, numeracy, phonics and creative learning
• Help maintain positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
• Support pupils with different abilities, including those with additional needs
• Help create a calm, inclusive and encouraging classroom environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• Experience in a school, nursery, tutoring, childcare or youth work setting is desirable
• A patient, positive and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting pupils with different learning needs
• A genuine interest in education and child development
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one

This is a great opportunity for a Primary Teaching Assistant looking to build experience and make a real difference within schools across Lewisham.