Primary Teaching Assistant

  • Job Reference: 2430545778-2
  • Date Posted: 27 October 2025
  • Recruiter: Veritas Education Recruitment
  • Location: Southwark, London
  • Salary: £95.00 to £115 Per Day
  • Sector: Support / IAG, Teaching Assistant
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Southwark, South London
Position: 1:1 Primary Teaching Assistant
Start Date: November 2025
Pay: 95 - 115 per day

Veritas Education are proud to be working in partnership with a warm and inclusive primary school in Southwark to recruit a compassionate and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from November 2025.

This OFSTED-rated 'Good' school is well-known for its nurturing ethos and strong commitment to helping every child 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 within the classroom.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a patient, empathetic, and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children's learning and wellbeing in a positive and inclusive 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 work 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 pupil progress and sharing observations with the class teacher and SENCO

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



Why Join This School?

  • A highly supportive and inclusive staff team with a strong sense of community

  • Experienced leadership and SENCO team committed to professional growth

  • Excellent CPD and ongoing training opportunities

  • A welcoming environment where every staff member's contribution is valued



How to Apply:

If you have the passion, experience, and dedication to make a positive difference as a Primary Teaching Assistant in Southwark, we'd 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 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.'