Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Lewisham, South London
Position: 1:1 Primary Teaching Assistant
Start Date: October 2025
Pay: £95 – £115 per day
Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lewisham to recruit a compassionate and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from October 2025.
This OFSTED-rated 'Good' school is highly regarded for its nurturing ethos and commitment to supporting all pupils to achieve their best. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide one-to-one and small-group support, helping pupils to access learning, build confidence, and develop positive relationships in the classroom.
This is an excellent opportunity for a patient, empathetic, and proactive individual who is passionate about helping children thrive in a positive, inclusive, and stimulating primary school environment.
The Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant Will Have:
Previous experience supporting children in a primary school setting (essential)
Knowledge of strategies to support learning, communication, and behaviour
Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with additional needs
Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with staff and parents
Main Responsibilities Include:
Providing tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
Assisting the class teacher in delivering differentiated learning activities
Supporting children's social, emotional, and behavioural development
Using creative strategies and resources to promote engagement and understanding
Monitoring progress and reporting observations to the class teacher and SENCO
Helping to create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
Why Work With This School?
A highly supportive and inclusive school community
Experienced leadership and SENCO team committed to staff development
Excellent CPD and training opportunities to enhance your classroom practice
How to Apply:
If you have the passion, experience, and commitment to make a real difference as a Primary Teaching Assistant in Lewisham, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Veritas Education for more information on (phone number removed).
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 interviewVeritas 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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