Primary School Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking a committed Primary Teaching Assistant to support Lambeth schools. The role suits experienced assistants, graduates, aspiring teachers, or those with childcare or youth support backgrounds.

Responsibilities include assisting with phonics, reading, writing and maths; supporting pupils with varied needs; and helping maintain a positive, productive classroom. DBS enhanced check is preferred or willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Good communication and organisation skills.
• Calm, patient and enthusiastic approach.

Responsibilities

• Support children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Work closely with the class teacher to support daily lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils who need extra help.
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing, maths and classroom activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, focus and confidence in learning.
• Support pupils with a range of abilities and additional needs.
• Help prepare resources and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Child engagement

Communication

Organisation

Calm and patient manner

Job description

We are looking for strong and committed Primary Teaching Assistants to support schools across Lambeth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive primary school environment. The schools are looking for candidates who are reliable, engaging and confident supporting pupils with their learning, confidence and behaviour.

This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates, aspiring teachers, or candidates with a background in childcare, tutoring, mentoring or youth support.

Position: Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Lambeth

Hours: Full-time

School Type: Primary School

The Role:

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Work closely with the class teacher to support daily lessons
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils who need extra help
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing, maths and classroom activities
• Encourage positive behaviour, focus and confidence in learning
• Support pupils with a range of abilities and additional needs
• Help prepare resources and maintain a positive classroom environment
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children or young people
• School, nursery, tutoring, youth work or childcare experience is desirable
• A calm, patient and enthusiastic approach
• Good communication and organisation skills
• Confidence working as part of a school team
• A genuine passion for helping pupils progress
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Primary Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within welcoming schools across Lambeth.