Primary Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant for a welcoming Westminster primary school. The role is full-time, from December 2026, during term time, with a daily rate of £95-£105 depending on experience.

You will support the class teacher, work 1:1 with pupils and in small groups, assist with literacy and numeracy, and help create an engaging learning environment. The school values proactive, patient staff who collaborate across all classroom life.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school settings.
• Interest in supporting children's learning and development.
• Willingness to get involved in all aspects of classroom life.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom operations.
• Work with pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist with literacy, numeracy and other curriculum-based activities.
• Prepare classroom resources and create an engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
• Provide extra help for learners needing curriculum access.

Skills

1:1 support

Teamwork

Communication

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Westminster - December 2026 Start | Full-Time | £95-£105 per day

Are you a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a fantastic primary school?

Academics is working in partnership with a welcoming, supportive and inclusive primary school in Westminster, who are looking to appoint a committed Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from December 2026.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, supporting their learning and helping them develop both academically and socially. The school is looking for someone who is proactive, patient and keen to get involved in all aspects of classroom life.

Role Details

1. Location: Westminster
2. Start Date: December 2026
3. Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
4. Pay: £95-£105 per day (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the day-to-day running of the classroom.
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support their learning and development.
• Assist with literacy, numeracy and other curriculum-based activities.
• Help prepare classroom resources and create an engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils with their social, emotional and academic development.
• Provide additional support to children who may need extra help accessing the curriculum.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school, nursery or educational setting.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children's learning and development.
• Be confident supporting pupils across different abilities and learning styles.
• Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Be reliable, flexible and willing to get involved in all aspects of school life.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join a friendly and supportive primary school.
• Full-time, consistent work from December 2026.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's education.
• The opportunity to gain further classroom experience and develop your skills.

If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a fantastic Westminster primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and all other safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. We have obtained authority from the client to advertise this position.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy