Primary Teaching Assistant

Ortus Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Ortus Recruitment Ltd. is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support mainstream primary schools in Battersea, Wandsworth. The role is full-time with immediate start and offers daily PAYE pay between £93 and £115.

You'll work closely with teachers to prepare materials, support reading, writing, phonics and numeracy, and help pupils develop confidence in a busy classroom environment. Previous education/childcare experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, childcare, tutoring or mentoring is valued.
• A positive, energetic and approachable personality.
• Reliable, punctual and well organised; able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with everyday classroom activities.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Provide additional support to pupils during lessons.
• Assist with reading, writing, phonics and numeracy activities.
• Support individual pupils and small learning groups.
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom participation.
• Help children develop independence and confidence.
• Contribute to a welcoming, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Working with children

Team player

Reliable

Punctual

Organised

Education

Education/Childcare experience

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant | Battersea | £93 - £115 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start

Looking for your next opportunity in a primary school?

Ortus Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic, reliable and motivated Teaching Assistants and Classroom Assistants to support mainstream primary schools in Battersea, Wandsworth.

We are looking for individuals who enjoy working with children, thrive in a busy classroom environment and want to play an important role in supporting pupils throughout their school day.

This opportunity would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, recent graduates, aspiring teachers and individuals with previous experience in nurseries, childcare, tutoring or youth work.

You don't necessarily need years of classroom experience. We value the right attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine commitment to helping children succeed.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Supporting the class teacher with everyday classroom activities.
• Helping prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Providing additional support to pupils during lessons.
• Assisting with reading, writing, phonics and numeracy activities.
• Supporting individual pupils and small learning groups.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom participation.
• Helping children develop independence and confidence.
• Contributing to a welcoming, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Who Should Apply?

• Enjoy working with primary-aged children.
• Have experience in education, childcare, tutoring or mentoring, although this is not essential.
• Have a positive, energetic and approachable personality.
• Are reliable, punctual and well organised.
• Can follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children's development.
• Are available immediately and can attend a school trial at short notice.

What You Can Expect

• £93-£115 per day PAYE.
• Opportunities in mainstream primary school settings.
• Full-time and potential long-term placements.
• Experience working across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Ongoing support from Ortus Recruitment.
• Opportunities to build a career within education.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect next step.

We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate enthusiasm, reliability and a genuine passion for working with children.

Immediate availability is essential. Successful applicants must be ready to attend a school trial at short notice.