Primary Teaching Assistant

JobsinED Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution located in Waltham Forest is seeking a passionate Primary Teaching Assistant to empower students starting immediately. This role offers a competitive salary around £28,000 pro-rata and an opportunity for ambitious graduates to develop practical experience in a nurturing environment. You will engage in innovative learning strategies and receive expert mentoring while profoundly influencing young minds in a well-regarded school. Ideal candidates are high-achieving graduates committed to fostering children's growth and learning.

Benefits

Structured pathways into teaching or psychology

Access to continuous professional development

Mentorship by outstanding educators

Qualifications

• Must be a high-achieving graduate dedicated to primary education.
• Willingness to support young people positively and empathetically.
• Ability to collaborate and adapt to child-specific learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Work closely with educators and SEND professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Resilience

Proactivity

Education

High-achieving graduate (minimum 2:1)

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant – Launch Your Career in a Dynamic, Inclusive School

Are you an ambitious graduate with a vision for shaping young minds and a passion for education? As a Primary Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest, you’ll play a transformative role from day one—empowering pupils in a well‑respected school that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. This is your chance to join a team where your drive and ideas make a measurable difference every single day. If you aspire to teach, specialise in SEN, or pursue psychology, this is where your journey starts.

Step into a vibrant, high‑performing environment where your professional growth is not just supported but championed. You’ll collaborate with expert educators, benefit from bespoke mentoring, and immerse yourself in creative teaching strategies that inspire young learners. Expect dynamic CPD pathways, hands‑on classroom experience, and a culture where energy, compassion, and ambition are celebrated at every level. Our Waltham Forest school is proud of its Good to Outstanding reputation, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and unyielding commitment to developing future education leaders.

Key Highlights

• Primary Teaching Assistant role—immediate start, full academic year
• Circa £28,000 pro‑rata – a highly competitive salary for graduates
• Exceptional Waltham Forest location, easily accessed via major transport links
• School rated Good to Outstanding by Ofsted – excellence as standard
• Continuous professional development and structured pathways into teaching or psychology
• Premier choice for ambitious graduates: aspiring Primary teachers, Educational Psychologists, SEN future specialists, and child development leaders
• Innovative learning spaces, modern resources, and a joyful, learning‑driven community

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering targeted, small‑group and 1:1 interventions in core subjects
• Collaborating closely with class teachers and SEND professionals to tailor learning
• Promoting inclusion and positive behaviour in the classroom and beyond
• Engaging in creative lesson delivery and stimulating enrichment activities
• Using assessment data and observation to adapt support to each pupil’s needs
• Leading by example as a role model for resilience, curiosity, and kindness

Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant for this Waltham Forest School

• High‑achieving graduate (minimum 2:1) with a passion for the primary phase
• Ambitious future teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist ready for a tangible impact
• Wholeheartedly committed, resilient, and proactive in supporting every child
• Empathetic listener able to build strong, positive relationships with young people
• Hungry to learn, grow and progress in a forward‑thinking, supportive team

Why Join This Waltham Forest School?

• Be mentored by outstanding educators and leaders who elevate new talent
• Gain unrivalled training, regular coaching, and direct classroom responsibility
• Thrive in a culture built on collaboration and respect—staff wellbeing is paramount
• Access exclusive opportunities for advancement and fully‑funded qualifications
• Join a diverse, vibrant school at the heart of the Waltham Forest community, renowned for inclusion and achievement

Seize this chance to become a cornerstone of a thriving Waltham Forest primary—where as a Primary Teaching Assistant, you develop expertise, confidence, and a professional network that will launch your career. Interviews are being arranged swiftly: submit your application now to embark on a life‑changing chapter.