Primary Teaching Assistant

JobsinED; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

JobsinED is seeking a motivated graduate to join an all-through school in Hounslow as a Primary Teaching Assistant from September. You’ll support pupils across Key Stage 1 and 2, working with class teachers on phonics, literacy and numeracy, in a calm, structured learning environment.

This full-time role offers a daily rate up to £115 depending on experience, with long-term progression opportunities and a clear pathway into teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering phonics, literacy, and numeracy lessons
• Lead small group interventions to reinforce key learning concepts
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of learning materials
• Provide targeted support to pupils who need additional guidance
• Observe teaching strategies and develop your own classroom understanding
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistent reinforcement of routines

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant – World Class All-Through Hounslow School

An all-through school in Hounslow is offering a Primary Teaching Assistant role from September, providing a rare opportunity to work within a seamless educational setting from early years through to sixth form. This Primary Teaching Assistant position is based in the primary phase, where strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and behaviour are carefully built. The school is known for its structured approach to teaching and its calm, purposeful classrooms, making it an ideal environment for a graduate looking to understand how effective practice begins early. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, working closely with class teachers to ensure consistency and progress. This is a well-defined role with clear expectations and meaningful daily involvement in the classroom.

Working as a Primary Teaching Assistant here means learning within a system that values precision and routine. Teachers plan collaboratively, and support staff are fully integrated into lessons rather than working on the margins. You will be coached on how to deliver interventions, manage behaviour positively, and support pupils at different stages of development. For those considering teaching, this Primary Teaching Assistant role offers direct insight into how strong primary provision underpins later academic success. Many graduates who start as a Primary Teaching Assistant in this school move into teacher training with a clear advantage.

Key highlights:

• Primary Teaching Assistant – full-time role starting September
• Daily rate up to £115 depending on experience
• Hounslow, West London within a high-performing all-through school
• Ofsted Outstanding school with a strong primary provision
• Full academic year contract with long-term progression opportunities
• Ideal for graduates aiming to move into primary teaching
• Structured environment with clear routines and consistent expectations

What you’ll be doing:

• Support class teachers in delivering phonics, literacy, and numeracy lessons
• Lead small group interventions to reinforce key learning concepts
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of learning materials
• Provide targeted support to pupils who need additional guidance
• Observe teaching strategies and develop your own classroom understanding
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistent reinforcement of routines

Ideal candidate for this Hounslow school:

• High-achieving graduate with a 2:1 or above
• Strong interest in primary education and early learning development
• Considering a career in teaching and seeking meaningful experience
• Clear communicator with a patient and structured approach
• Able to commit full-time from September through the academic year

Why join this Hounslow school:

• All-through structure offers insight into long-term pupil development
• Phonics and early reading programmes are carefully designed and consistently delivered
• Staff are trained to use shared behaviour systems across all year groups
• Clear progression routes into salaried teacher training within the trust
• Senior leaders actively involved in supporting classroom practice
• Opportunity to work in a setting where primary and secondary phases align closely

This Primary Teaching Assistant position offers a grounded introduction to primary education within a structured, high-performing school. It is a strong starting point for graduates who want to build confidence and develop practical skills before stepping into teacher training.