Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus in Westminster is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for flexible, ad-hoc opportunities in a welcoming primary school. The role involves supporting pupils with SEND, both in one-to-one and small group settings, starting ASAP. Full and part-time options are available to suit your schedule.

The successful candidate will provide tailored support, help foster pupil engagement and contribute to a positive learning environment while gaining valuable experience in primary education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND.
• Minimum of 3 months UK experience in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum relevant to the role.
• Enhanced DBS with Update Service must be held.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND through tailored one-to-one assistance and small-group interventions.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging lessons and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, encourage participation and maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Help pupils develop their communication, social, emotional and academic skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to implement individual learning strategies.
• Adapt to different classroom settings and provide flexible support in response to the school's daily requirements.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Classroom support

Education

Right to work in the UK

Tools

Enhanced DBS with Update Service

Job description

Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Westminster
Contract: Full and part-time opportunities available
Salary: 108 - 115 per day, depending on experience

About the role and school

Teach Plus is currently recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable Teaching Assistants for flexible, ad-hoc opportunities within a welcoming primary school in Westminster. Starting ASAP, these Teaching Assistant roles offer the opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), both within the classroom and on a one-to-one basis. The school is seeking reliable, proactive Teaching Assistants who can provide tailored support, encourage pupil engagement and help create a positive learning environment. With full and part-time opportunities available, this role is ideal for candidates looking for flexible work in primary education.

The school is a well-established primary setting in Westminster, serving a diverse local community and placing a strong emphasis on inclusion, pupil wellbeing and academic progress. With a broad and engaging curriculum, the school aims to ensure that every child has access to meaningful learning opportunities, regardless of their individual needs or abilities. The leadership team promotes a supportive and collaborative working environment, with a focus on positive behaviour, strong relationships and effective communication between staff, pupils and families. The school is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where pupils with SEND are supported to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.

This Teaching Assistant opportunity in Westminster is particularly suited to candidates who have previous experience supporting children with SEND and are confident adapting to different classroom environments. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to build on your existing experience in a primary school setting, these flexible opportunities offer valuable experience across a range of learning needs. The successful Teaching Assistant will be patient, resilient and approachable, with a genuine passion for supporting children's development and helping every pupil reach their full potential.

Job Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND through tailored one-to-one assistance and small-group interventions.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging lessons and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, encourage participation and maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Help pupils develop their communication, social, emotional and academic skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to implement individual learning strategies.
• Adapt to different classroom settings and provide flexible support in response to the school's daily requirements.

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience working with children with SEND
• Minimum of 3 months UK experience working in a school setting
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK