Teaching Assistant

Education Matters Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Matters is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a September 2026 start in Victoria Park, London. The roles are full-time, long-term, and paid at £90–£100 per day. The school welcomes applicants with or without prior experience, and offers a supportive environment to help children learn and grow.

Key duties include supporting the class teacher, assisting individuals and groups, and helping maintain a safe, positive classroom. DBS.UpdateService preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school, nursery, or similar setting is desirable
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Positive, patient and caring approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support learning
• Help create a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and social development
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources
• Promote high standards of behaviour and safeguarding

Job description

Teaching Assistant September 2026 Start

Bethnal Green E2 9DA

£90 £100 per day

Full-Time Long-Term

Education Matters is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Victoria Park from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children's learning and development. Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin your career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support learning.
• Help create a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and social development.
• Assist with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Promote high standards of behaviour and safeguarding.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, or similar setting (desirable but not essential).
• A positive, patient, and caring approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's education.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

If you're ready to make a difference in the classroom this September, we'd love to hear from you.