Primary Teaching Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference leon38423_1771836560
Closing date March 25, 2026
Location South East London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Primary Teaching Assistant Location: Southwark, South East London Start Date: Easter 2026 Pay: £95 - £115 per day

Veritas Education is excited to partner with a welcoming, inclusive primary school in Southwark to recruit a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team after the Easter break.

This OFSTED-rated 'Good' school is well-known for its supportive environment, prioritising pupils' academic achievements, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside the class teacher and SENCO, providing both 1:1 and small-group support to help students access the curriculum, build their confidence, and develop positive relationships.

This role is perfect for a patient, proactive, and empathetic individual who is passionate about helping children - including those with additional needs - thrive in a nurturing primary school setting.

The Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant Will Have:

  • Proven experience supporting children in a primary school environment

  • Knowledge of strategies to support learning, communication, and behaviour

  • A calm, caring, and resilient approach, especially when working with pupils with additional needs

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team

    • Main Responsibilities Include:

  • Delivering personalised 1:1 and small-group interventions

  • Assisting the class teacher with differentiated classroom activities

  • Promoting pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development

  • Using creative strategies to engage and support learning

  • Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to the class teacher and SENCO

  • Helping to maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

    • Why Join This School?

  • A friendly and supportive school community

  • Experienced leadership and a strong SENCO team dedicated to staff development

  • Access to excellent CPD and ongoing training opportunities

    • How to Apply: If you are an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teaching Assistant eager to make a positive impact in a Southwark primary school, we would love to hear from you.

    Apply today or contact Veritas Education on 020 3026 6150 for more details.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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