Primary School Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Kingston upon Thames. You will work closely with the class teacher to provide classroom support, run small-group interventions and assist pupils who need extra guidance.

The ideal candidate is reliable, adaptable and confident supporting children across the primary curriculum, including literacy, numeracy and early learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as TA in a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum, especially literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to support pupils with SEND and EAL.
• Patient, adaptable and able to build positive relationships with children.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with day-to-day delivery of lessons and activities.
• Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy and phonics interventions where appropriate.
• Support pupils with reading, writing, comprehension and mathematics.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND, EAL or other learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure consistent pupil support.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Phonics support

Education

Primary school experience

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Kingston upon Thames - Immediate Start

Location: Kingston upon Thames, South West London - commutable from Surbiton, New Malden, Norbiton, Tolworth and surrounding areas

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Contract: Long-term temporary

Primary Teaching Assistant - Kingston upon Thames

Long Term Futures is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Kingston upon Thames, on a full-time, long-term basis with an immediate start available.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to provide general classroom support, small-group interventions and additional assistance to pupils who require extra guidance.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, adaptable and confident supporting children across the primary curriculum, including literacy, numeracy and early learning development.

About the Role

• Support the class teacher with the day-to-day delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy and phonics interventions where appropriate.
• Support pupils with reading, writing, comprehension and mathematical understanding.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND, EAL or other learning needs where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent support.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant or Learning Support Assistant within a primary school.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum, particularly literacy and numeracy.
• Confident supporting individuals and delivering small-group learning activities.
• Understanding of positive behaviour management and classroom routines.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or EAL would be beneficial.
• Patient, enthusiastic and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term opportunity with potential progression into a permanent school position.
• Access to free CPD covering SEND, Behaviour Management, Phonics and Safeguarding.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.