Teaching Assistant - Maida Vale

Aspire People; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4-11 in Maida Vale, London. You will collaborate with class teachers to create a positive, engaging learning environment and help pupils build confidence across the primary curriculum.

The role emphasizes supporting literacy, numeracy and reading, with a focus on safeguarding and creating inclusive learning experiences. DBS checks and references are required.

Qualifications

• Patience, caring, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Reliable, well-organised and proactive with good team communication.
• Experience supporting phonics, early literacy or numeracy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support in literacy, numeracy and other subjects.
• Assist pupils with reading, writing, phonics and basic mathematical skills.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Encourage positive behaviour, participation and independence.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Assist with classroom management and daily school routines.
• Provide additional support to pupils with special educational needs where required.
• Supervise pupils during classroom activities and other school activities, as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to ensure pupils receive the support they need.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication with children

Job description

Job Advert: Primary School Teaching Assistant - Maida Vale, London

Location: Maida Vale, North West London

Position: Primary School Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: As soon as possible

Make a Difference in Primary Education!

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and motivated individual who is passionate about helping young children learn and grow? We are currently seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work in primary schools in Maida Vale, London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to support their academic, social and emotional development during their primary school years.

You will work closely with class teachers to create a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment, helping pupils build confidence, develop essential skills and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support in literacy, numeracy and other subjects.
• Assist pupils with reading, writing, phonics and basic mathematical skills.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Encourage positive behaviour, participation and independence.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Assist with classroom management and daily school routines.
• Provide additional support to pupils with special educational needs where required.
• Supervise pupils during classroom activities and other school activities, as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to ensure pupils receive the support they need.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children aged 4-11.
• Patient, caring, friendly and enthusiastic.
• Reliable, organised and proactive.
• Confident communicating with children and working as part of a team.
• Able to support children's learning across the primary curriculum.
• Committed to promoting a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Previous experience working in a primary school or a similar educational setting would be an advantage. Experience supporting phonics, early literacy, numeracy or pupils with additional needs would also be beneficial. Candidates looking to begin a career in education are welcome to apply.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a primary school environment in Maida Vale.
• A supportive and collaborative team.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and gain valuable classroom experience.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's education.

Safeguarding: The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with current safeguarding requirements.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.