Primary Teaching Assistant

EdEx; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Central London is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in EYFS, KS1, and KS2. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £105 - £120 per day and comes with the possibility of salaried teacher training starting September 2026. Ideal candidates will have a creative background in Arts, Drama, and Musical Theatre, along with a passion for education and previous experience working with children.

Benefits

Salaried teacher training opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Creative and modern ethos

Qualifications

• Some previous experience working with children.
• A confident and enthusiastic personality.
• Creative and capable of developing innovative & enjoyable ideas and activities.

Responsibilities

• Work with students across EYFS/KS1/KS2.
• Deliver small group and 1:1 support.
• Use creativity and imagination to engage students with the primary curriculum.

Skills

Experience working with children

Creative and engaging personality

Ability to support students with mild SEN

Job description

Overview

Primary Teaching Assistant (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre Graduates) — a friendly and creative primary school based in Central London (Tower Hamlets) is looking to recruit a confident and creative Teaching Assistant to support students across EYFS, KS1 & KS2.

We are specifically looking for candidates with an Arts, Drama & Musical background who have experience working with children and the ability to engage students using creative and artistic methods. The school can offer salaried teacher training commencing September 2026 for aspiring primary teachers.

Responsibilities

• Work with students across EYFS/KS1/KS2 (EYFS/Reception – Year 6).
• May involve supporting students with mild SEN (ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, Speech & Language issues).
• Deliver small group and 1:1 support.
• Use creativity and imagination to engage students with the primary curriculum.

About the Role

Primary Teaching Assistant targeting KS1 and KS2 (EYFS/Reception – Year 6). Salary: £105 - £120 per day. Full-time (term-time only) long-term role with ASAP start. Based in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

About You

• Some previous experience working with children.
• A confident and enthusiastic personality.
• Creative and capable of developing innovative & enjoyable ideas and activities.
• A genuine passion for education; applications from aspiring Primary Teachers and those seeking primary school work experience are strongly encouraged.

About the School

• Ofsted graded 'Outstanding'.
• Warm, friendly and close-knit atmosphere.
• Creative & modern ethos.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Located in Tower Hamlets.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Primary Teaching Assistant opportunity, trial days can be arranged immediately. Apply by sending your CV to Ryan at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant if shortlisted.