Qualified Teaching Assistant - Level 6

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Level 6 Qualified Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Merton, South West London. You will support teaching and learning across classrooms, deliver targeted interventions, and provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils progress academically, socially and emotionally.

The role starts September 2026, full-time, with a daily rate of GBP105–GBP120 depending on experience. Hours are 8:15am–3:30pm, term-time only, in a dynamic SEN-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Level 6 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent relevant childcare/education qualification)
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant/SEN TA/Learning Support Assistant in a primary school
• Experience supporting children with SEND (ASD, ADHD, Speech & Language Needs, SEMH)
• Strong safeguarding/child protection knowledge
• Up-to-date safeguarding training is desirable
• GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above or equivalent
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and behaviour management skills

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the classroom with targeted interventions
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils
• Help pupils progress academically, socially and emotionally, including SEND support

Skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 6 Teaching Assistant Qualification

GCSE English and Mathematics (C/4 or above)

Job description

Qualified Level 6 Teaching Assistant

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is looking for a Level 6 Qualified Teaching Assistant for a welcoming three form-entry primary school in Merton, South West London. This diverse primary school in Merton, South West London is committed to supporting pupils with mixed abilities. The successful Level 6 Teaching Assistant will support teaching and learning across the classroom, delivering targeted interventions, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and helping pupils make progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location: Merton, South West London
• Position: Level 6 SEN Teaching Assistant
• Type of Work: Supporting pupils with SEND through 1:1 interventions, small-group work, behaviour support, and classroom-based learning activities
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract Type: Full Time
• Rate of Pay: GBP105 - GBP120 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Hours: 8:15am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a recognised Level 6 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent relevant childcare/education qualification)
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or Learning Support Assistant within a primary school setting
• Experience supporting children with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, Social & SEMH
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training is desirable
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and behaviour management skills

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years
• Must have a Level 6 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent relevant childcare/education qualification)

OTHER

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school-based positions across London