Reception Teaching Assistant. Job in Newham Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Newham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a dedicated Reception Teaching Assistant in Newham, East London. The role involves supporting educators and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are passionate about education, with strong communication skills. Full-time position starting September 2025, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2 preferred but not required.
• Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and assess student work.
• Assist with lesson plans and activities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

Reception Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching is looking for a hardworking, motivating Reception teaching assistant in Newham, East London.
The school is a Three-form Primary school with a supportive leadership team with a dynamic and inclusive learning environment committed to academic excellence and student success. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception Teaching Assistant to support our educators and help students thrive in and out of the classroom.
This position is open to all qualified candidates with a passion for education and student support. Prior classroom experience is preferred but not required.
Contract/ Position Details:
Location- Newham, East London.
Position- Reception Teaching Assistant.
Type of work- supporting teaching, Assess student work, lesson plans/Activities etc.
Contract or position start date- September 2025.
Duration/Likely Duration- 1 term contract may be extended
Contract or position end date (if applicable)- end of term 1.
Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary
Full time/part time - Full time
Minimum pay rate- depending on pay scale.
Hours - 8:00 am - 4pm: Mon - Fri (term time only)

Experience, Training and Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2 preferred but not required.
Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

To be eligible for this role through Prospero: YOU MUST!
Have a valid right to work in the UK.
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS and be enrolled or willing to enrol onto the DBS update service.

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/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
If you are interested in this role and would like to apply, please apply with your most up-to date CV. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!