Teaching Assistant

Austin Fraser; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join a friendly Primary school in Wandsworth. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in education, especially for those considering teacher training or educational psychology. The successful candidate will work closely with a child with ASD/ADHD, providing essential support in English and Maths. With a brilliant SEN department and training provided, this position is perfect for someone eager to make a positive impact on children's lives and education. If you are reliable and dedicated, this could be the ideal role for you!

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or Level 3 in childcare/education is essential.
• Experience with children, especially those with Special Needs, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with ASD/ADHD in Year 6 lessons.
• Work alongside an experienced SENCO to meet the child's needs.

Skills

SEN skills

English proficiency

Maths proficiency

Reliability

Diligence

Education

Degree in any subject

Level 3 qualification in childcare or education

Job description

Do you enjoy the challenge of working with children in upper key stage 2 and utilise or develop your SEN skills?

Would you like to work in a very friendly Primary school based in the borough of Wandsworth?

Would you like to work with a child with ASD / ADHD?

Job Details

Start Date: April 2025
Type: Full Time / Term Role
Contract: Two Term Contract with option to extend for the following academic year
Salary: £90.00 to £110 per day PAYE / Umbrella
Location: Borough of Wandsworth

Position

Teaching Assistant - KS2

If you are keen to get experience ahead of teacher training or hope to gain in school experience before further training to become an education psychologist, then this could be the job for you!

Academics are currently working with this very successful 2 form entry Primary school based in Wandsworth to appoint a teaching assistant to join their team from April. The successful candidate will be passionate about working with children and making an impact on their education.

You will need to have a high standard of English and Maths to confidently support this child with Year 6 lessons and help him keep on task. The child is very well behaved and enjoys his time at school.

The school has a brilliant SEN department with an experienced SENCO, who will provide training for you to support the child's needs. Previous experience working in a Primary school setting or working with children with Special Needs would be advantageous but not essential. You will however need to be reliable and diligent in your work.

Qualifications: It is essential that you are degree qualified (Any subject) or have a Level 3 qualification in childcare or education.

For all the details about this role and to arrange your interview please get in touch with a copy of your CV.