Teaching Assistant

Education First Recruitment; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Support from experienced recruitment-

Job summary

Education First Recruitment in Bromley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school on a long-term basis. The role supports pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, delivering 1:1 and small-group help and assisting teachers with engaging lessons to boost confidence and progress.

You will work with staff to foster positive attitudes, manage behaviour, and support literacy and numeracy development, including pupils with SEN. Patience and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils in a primary school setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs and challenging behaviour.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in the classroom and wider school environment.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Assisting teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons and activities.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum development.
• Building positive relationships to encourage confidence and participation.
• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and challenging behaviour where required.
• Helping pupils develop social skills, independence and emotional well-being.
• Helping maintain a positive learning environment and adapt activities for individual needs.

Skills

Experience with children in primary

SEN support

Patience and enthusiasm

Good communication

Education

Relevant qualifications or training in education, SEN or childcare

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Bromley – Immediate Start – Long-Term Role

Teaching Assistant required for a Primary School in Bromley

Teaching Assistant required in the borough of Bromley

Teaching Assistant required to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Teaching Assistant required for a long-term role in a primary school

Education First are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Bromley on a long-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with a strong background working with children who is passionate about supporting pupils with their learning, development and well-being.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils engage with lessons, develop confidence and make progress both academically and personally.

The Role – Teaching Assistant

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 within the classroom and wider school environment.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Assisting teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons and learning activities.
• Supporting pupils with their literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum development.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and participation.
• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and challenging behaviour where required.
• Helping pupils develop their social skills, independence and emotional well-being.
• Supporting classroom behaviour management and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Working alongside teachers to adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Providing support both inside and outside the classroom as required.
• Encouraging pupils to develop positive learning habits and achieve their potential.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children in a primary school, SEN, nursery or similar educational setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs and challenging behaviour.
• A patient, caring and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to work effectively alongside teachers and school staff.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Experience providing 1:1 or small-group support is desirable.
• Relevant qualifications or training in education, SEN or childcare are desirable but not essential.
• The ability to adapt to different classroom environments and respond to pupils' individual needs.

Why Work with Education First?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities across London and surrounding areas.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your experience in primary, SEN and mainstream schools.
• Access to a wide range of Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant and Behaviour Mentor roles.
• Support throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.