Primary Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support children's learning and development from January 2026. The role involves providing one-to-one and small-group support in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in primary education and a passion for fostering positive relationships with children. The school offers a supportive community, strong leadership, and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school community

Experienced leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children in a primary school environment.
• Knowledge of strategies to support learning, communication, and behaviour.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when working with pupils with additional needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils.
• Assisting the class teacher with delivering differentiated learning activities.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development.

Skills

Supporting children in a primary school environment

Knowledge of learning strategies

Patience and empathy

Strong communication skills

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Southwark

Location: Southwark, South East London

Start Date: January 2026

Pay: 95 - 115 per day

Veritas Education is delighted to be supporting a warm, inclusive, and community-focused primary school in Southwark, who are seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from January 2026.

This OFSTED-rated 'Good' school is widely recognised for its nurturing ethos and strong commitment to helping every child succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO, providing both one-to-one and small‑group support to ensure pupils can fully access learning, build confidence, and develop positive relationships within the classroom.

This role is ideal for a patient, enthusiastic, and empathetic individual who is genuinely passionate about helping children thrive within an engaging and inclusive primary setting.

Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant Will Have:

• Proven experience supporting children in a primary school environment (essential)
• Knowledge of strategies to support learning, communication, and behaviour
• Patience, empathy, and resilience, particularly when working with pupils with additional needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff and families

Main Responsibilities Include:

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils
• Assisting the class teacher with delivering differentiated learning activities
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development

Why Work With This School?

• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive school community
• Strong leadership and an experienced SENCO team committed to professional development
• Excellent CPD and training opportunities

How to Apply:

If you are passionate, experienced, and committed to making a meaningful difference as a Primary Teaching Assistant in Southwark, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Veritas Education for more information on (phone number removed).

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education works with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'