Teaching Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and inclusive learning community. You will work closely with class teachers to support children in their learning, helping to create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment.

About the role

As a teaching assistant your role will be to:

• Support children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum.
• Provide tailored support for pupils with additional learning needs.
• Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Prepare resources and assist in classroom activities.

About the school

We are a vibrant and inclusive learning community located in the heart of Greenwich. Dedicated to fostering a love for learning, the school offers a supportive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With a strong focus on creativity, critical thinking, and personal development, We provide a broad and balanced curriculum enriched with engaging activities, arts, and sports. The experienced and passionate staff work closely with families to ensure each student reaches their full potential, promoting values of respect, curiosity, and kindness. Set in a welcoming environment, we aim to prepare children for a bright and confident future.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Teaching Assistant you will:

• Have a Level 2/3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
• Have excellent communication skills and a calm, patient nature
• Have relevant experience working with students with SEN (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia)

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Experience working in a primary school setting

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Mubarak Jama on 020 7065 7500 or email Mubarak.Jama@smartteachers.co.uk.