Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference PDTA996420_1772207601
Closing date March 30, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teaching Assistant

Location: Redbridge, East London Position: Teaching Assistant Contract: Full-Time Start Date: ASAP Pay: £1,900 - £2,200 per month

Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Redbridge who are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join them at the start of the new academic year. This role will involve supporting a Reception pupil on a 1:1 basis, alongside providing general classroom support where required.

The successful Teaching Assistant will support a pupil with additional needs, helping to promote academic progress, confidence, and positive engagement with learning. Previous experience supporting children with SEN is desirable, although the school would also consider graduates or candidates with a strong interest in education, psychology, or child development.

The school is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider staff team to ensure effective support both inside and outside the classroom.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Support for Pupils:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support under the direction of the class teacher

  • Assist pupils with additional learning, emotional, or social needs

  • Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour

  • Promote inclusion and equal access to learning opportunities

    • Support for Teachers:

  • Help maintain a structured and supportive classroom environment

  • Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation

  • Support learning activities in line with lesson plans

    • Requirements

    Essential:

  • GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

    • Desirable:

  • Experience working in a primary school setting

  • Experience supporting children with additional needs

  • A degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field

    • If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant role in Redbridge, please submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch with further details.

    Alternatively, please call 0203 026 6150 to speak with one of our consultants.

    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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