Year 4 Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus Limited; Dover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking an enthusiastic Year 4 Teaching Assistant in Tower Hamlets. This full-time role involves supporting the class teacher, delivering interventions, and ensuring a positive learning experience for KS2 pupils. Candidates should have prior primary school experience, a good understanding of the KS2 curriculum, and ideally knowledge of Read Write Inc. Phonics. The role aims at fostering an inclusive and engaging educational environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a primary school (essential).
• Knowledge or experience delivering Read Write Inc. Phonics (desirable).
• A good understanding of the KS2 curriculum.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils.
• Deliver targeted phonics support.
• Assist in classroom resource preparation.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Promote good behaviour in the classroom.
• Liaise with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Experience with Read Write Inc. Phonics

Positive attitude towards learning

Job description

Year 4 Teaching Assistant

Start Date: November 2025

Location: Tower Hamlets, London

Full/Part-time: Full-time (Monday - Friday, term time only)

Salary: £104 - £110 per day

About the role/school

Teach Plus are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 4 Teaching Assistant to join a friendly, two-form entry primary school in Tower Hamlets from November 2025. The school is well known for its inclusive ethos, strong sense of community, and dedication to providing engaging and high-quality learning experiences for all pupils.

As a Year 4 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support whole-class learning, deliver small group interventions, and provide one-to-one support where required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with KS2 pupils and has experience helping children reach their academic potential.

The ideal Year 4 Teaching Assistant will have prior experience working in a primary school setting and a good understanding of Read Write Inc.Phonics, as well as the ability to support literacy and numeracy across the curriculum.

Job Responsibilities

As a Year 4 Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and well-structured lessons.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce key concepts in English and Maths.
• Delivering targeted phonics support using the Read Write Inc.programme.
• Assisting in the preparation of classroom resources and displays.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development through positive encouragement.
• Promoting good behaviour and maintaining a calm, inclusive learning environment.
• Liaising with the class teacher and SENCO to provide feedback on pupil progress.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and participating in staff meetings and training sessions.
• This Year 4 Teaching Assistant position is ideal for someone confident supporting learning in KS2 and looking to further develop their classroom experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications/Experience

To be considered for this Year 4 Teaching Assistant position, you should have:

• Previous experience working within a primary school (essential)
• Knowledge or experience delivering Read Write Inc.Phonics (desirable)
• A good understanding of the KS2 curriculum
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, proactive, and patient attitude towards supporting children's learning
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK

Next steps

If this Year 4 Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click ‘apply’ and we will get back to you as soon as possible.