Teaching Assistant. Job in Tower Hamlets Education & Training Jobs

REESON Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a confident Teaching Assistant to join a diverse primary school in Tower Hamlets from January 2026. The role includes providing in-class support, guiding small groups, and offering targeted assistance in reading and maths. The ideal candidate should have experience with KS2 pupils, communicate clearly, and adapt learning activities. This full-time position promises a supportive environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training in literacy and numeracy strategies

Supportive and collaborative team

Positive staff culture

Qualifications

• Experience supporting KS2 pupils or leading group interventions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well as a team.
• Adapt activities and scaffold learning as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support and guide small groups.
• Offer targeted help in reading, maths, and organization.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo.

Skills

Experience supporting KS2 pupils

Clear communication

Adaptability in teaching

Enthusiasm and patience

Confidence in supporting learning needs

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Tower Hamlets

Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets (near Mile End Station)
Start Date: January 2026 Trials Available Immediately
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: 90-110 per day
Year Group: Year 4

About the Role

A welcoming and diverse primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a confident Teaching Assistant to join their lower KS2 team from January. This role will involve a mixture of in-class support, guiding small groups, and offering targeted help to pupils who need additional reinforcement in reading, maths and general organisation.

The class is friendly, enthusiastic and responds well to routine. You will be working closely with the class teacher and SENCo to help maintain consistent expectations and ensure every child is supported to make steady progress.

The Ideal Candidate

The school would like a Teaching Assistant who:

• Has experience supporting KS2 pupils or leading group interventions
• Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team
• Can adapt activities and scaffold learning where needed
• Brings enthusiasm, patience and a proactive approach to the classroom
• Is confident supporting a range of learning needs

What the School Offers

• Supportive and collaborative KS2 team
• Ongoing training in literacy and numeracy intervention strategies
• A positive staff culture with approachable leadership
• Modern facilities and well-resourced classrooms

If you're an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to develop your skills in a fantastic Tower Hamlets school, apply today to arrange an ASAP trial.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%.