Primary School Teaching Assistant – Flexible & Impactful

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive daily rates

Supportive team

Professional development

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking Teaching Assistants to join our team and work in primary schools across Kingston and Richmond in South West London. If you're passionate about education and can commit to five days a week, we'd love to hear from you!

You'll support class teachers, assist with classroom management, run small groups, prepare learning materials, and help SEN pupils. A patient, caring approach and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting is preferred but not essential.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach to supporting young learners.
• Strong communication and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum is beneficial.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Availability ideally five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons across various primary year groups.
• Assist with classroom management and provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils.
• Help prepare and organise learning materials and resources.
• Encourage positive behaviour and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.
• Provide additional assistance to pupils with SEN as required.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff to support a smooth learning experience.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience and empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Enhanced DBS Update Service (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking Teaching Assistants to join our team and work in primary schools across Kingston and Richmond in South West London. If you're passionate about education and can commit to five days a week, we'd love to hear from you!

You'll support class teachers, assist with classroom management, run small groups, prepare learning materials, and help SEN pupils. A patient, caring approach and strong teamwork are essential.