Primary Teaching Assistant - Redbridge, London

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is working with a well-led primary school in the Borough of Waltham Forest (Redbridge) seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to join in October or November 2026. The role is full-time and long-term, working with students from Reception to Year 6 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

You will support the class teacher to help children reach their academic targets, including pupils with ASD, ADHD, and SEMH. The school offers excellent CPD and a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Graduate with strong academics across the board.
• Desire to work with children of all ages and abilities.
• Experience with SEND/SEMH preferred.
• Motivated individual eager to start.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning targets in and outside lessons.
• Work 1:1 with students across Reception to Year 6.
• Assist with ASD, ADHD, SEMH pupils.
• Collaborate with class teacher and support staff.

Skills

1:1 support

Child engagement

Team collaboration

Adaptive learning

Education

Graduate qualification

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Redbridge, London

Are you an outgoing and compassionate Teaching Assistant seeking a new opportunity to work with children and make a real impact to their learning journey?

Are you able to start work ASAP or within the next few weeks?

If yes, then Academics are working with a well led and supportive primary school in the Borough of Waltham Forest (Redbridge) who are looking for a Primary Teaching Assistant to join their fantastic primary school in October or November 2026! This is a full-time, long-term role that will involve working in the school for at least the full academic year (till July 2027).

As a primary teaching assistant, you will be responsible for working alongside the class teacher to support students both in and outside of their lessons, enabling children to meet their academic targets. You will have the opportunity to work with children across Reception to Year 6 on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

This role will also include working with students with ASD, ADHD and SEMH. The Headteacher is therefore keen to trial/ interview candidates with prior experience or a passionate graduate who is looking for a long-term career working with children.

TEACHING ASSISTANT ROLE DETAILS:

• Based in Redbridge, London
• Monday - Friday, Term-Time only
• Long-Term, Full-Time role - 8.30am - 3.30pm
• ASAP Start in October or November 2026
• Contract until July 2027 at least
• £95 - £120 per day

IDEAL TEACHING ASSISTANT:

• A graduate with strong academics across the board
• A desire to work with children of all ages and abilities
• Previous experience working with children and SEND/SEMH needs
• A confident and motivated individual looking to get stuck in from the start

SCHOOL DETAILS:

• 'Outstanding' Graded Primary School in Redbridge, London
• Good transport links across the Borough
• Creative and modern Primary School
• Fantastic team of Teachers, Graduate Teaching Assistants and Support Staff
• Excellent education and training/ CPD opportunities
• Teacher training available from September 2027!

Sound like the role for you?

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