Teaching Assistant Wanted

Protocol Education; Romford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a fantastic primary school in Romford. You will support pupils to access learning, work with teachers to deliver engaging activities, and build positive relationships in a calm, proactive manner.

The role welcomes candidates with varied backgrounds; previous school experience is advantageous but not essential. DBS checks and safeguarding training are in scope with full support provided by Protocol Education.

Qualifications

• Previous school experience welcomed, but not essential.
• Backgrounds in Education, Youth Work, Sports Coaching, Care and Support Work.
• Nursery/Childcare or Customer Service backgrounds also suitable.
• Graduate applicants encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across the classroom to access learning and make progress.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and act as a strong role model.
• Support pupils' confidence, independence and personal development.
• Help maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive school environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Resilience

Punctuality

Initiative

Child development

Professionalism

Team player

Job description

Are you the kind of person who gets stuck in, takes initiative and genuinely wants to make a difference?

We're recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic primary school in Romford. This role would suit someone who is proactive, positive and willing to go the extra mile to support pupils and staff.

The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who is more than just extra support in the classroom. They want someone who is reliable, hardworking, professional and committed to helping children achieve their best every day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils across the classroom to access learning and make progress.
• Working closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities.
• Building positive relationships with children and acting as a strong role model.
• Supporting pupils' confidence, independence and personal development.
• Helping to maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning.
• Contributing to a positive and supportive school environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Positive, energetic and enthusiastic.
• A natural relationship‑builder who can connect with children and staff.
• Resilient and calm under pressure.
• Professional and reliable with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Confident using their initiative and finding solutions independently.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Happy to get involved in all aspects of school life.
• Committed to high standards and making a genuine impact.

Experience

Previous school experience is welcomed, but not essential. We would love to hear from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Education
• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Care and Support Work
• Nursery or Childcare
• Customer Service
• Hospitality
• Graduate Roles

Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and ambitious school community.
• Work alongside experienced and dedicated staff.
• Develop your skills and experience within education.
• Make a genuine difference to children's lives every day.
• Opportunity for long‑term and permanent opportunities.

If you're a motivated, hardworking individual who thrives on building relationships, taking initiative and helping young people succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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