Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Coulsdon is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their learning. This full-time role involves assisting students with diverse needs and contributing to a positive classroom environment. Ideal candidates should have a passion for education and a commitment to working with children. The school offers ongoing support and potential training opportunities, making it a great start to a career in education.

Benefits

Ongoing support and training opportunities

Qualifications

• A positive, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude.
• A genuine interest in education and working with children.
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across the classroom and in small intervention groups.
• Assisting students with SEND, EAL, or requiring additional learning support.
• Helping with lesson planning and resource preparation.
• Providing 1:1 support where needed.
• Contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Positive and proactive attitude

Genuine interest in education

Experience working with children

Commitment to full-time work

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Full-Time - Coulsdon

Location: Coulsdon

Hours: Full-Time only (Monday to Friday)

Start Date: As soon as possible

DBS: Ideally on the Update Service

Are you looking to gain hands‑on experience in education? do you already have experience within this field and want to build on it? Do you have a passion for working with children and a desire to support their learning and development?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Coulsdon seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to kick‑start their career in education, whether you're considering teacher training in the future or simply want to make a real difference in the classroom.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils across the classroom and in small intervention groups
• Assisting students with SEND, EAL, or requiring additional learning support
• Helping with lesson planning and resource preparation
• Providing 1:1 support where needed
• Contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment

What we're looking for:

• A positive, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude
• A genuine interest in education and working with children
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential
• Candidates that can commit to full time work
• A DBS on the Update Service is highly desirable (or willingness to obtain one)

This is an excellent stepping stone into a career in education, and the school offers ongoing support and potential training opportunities for the right candidate.

If you're ready to inspire young minds and be a valued part of a school community, we want to hear from you!