Primary School TA

Remedy Education; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education are seeking enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistants to work across Lewisham’s primary schools. You will support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, provide 1:1 and small group support, and assist teachers with routines and activities.

The role suits graduates or those with childcare experience, with opportunities to progress in education. Ideal candidates will have a patient, reliable approach and strong teamwork skills, plus a genuine interest in child development.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Work with pupils on 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.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Enhanced DBS

Education interest

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Lewisham

Remedy Education 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.

Role Details:

Position: Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Lewisham
Pay: 100- 117 per day
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP / September roles available
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.

If you have any questions please call (phone number removed) or ask for Dylan at Remedy Education.