Experienced Teaching Assistant - Clapham

Job Advertisement: Experienced Teaching Assistant – Clapham Primary School

Position: Full-Time Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Clapham, South London
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, based on experience 
Contract Type: Long-term, with potential for permanency

About the Role:

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and dynamic primary school in Clapham. The successful candidate will support classroom teachers in delivering high-quality education, working closely with children to enhance their learning and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils, including those with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD).

• Assist with classroom management, resource preparation, and delivering tailored interventions.

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

• Support the teacher in assessing pupil progress and providing feedback.

• Help with administrative tasks as needed.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience: This can be a challenging school, therefore experience working with students is highly desirable.

• Skills: Strong communication, patience, and adaptability. SEN experience is desirable.

• Qualifications: Relevant TA qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ) are advantageous but not essential.

• Attitude: Proactive, compassionate, and committed to child development.

Why Apply?

• Work in a supportive school with excellent CPD opportunities.

• Competitive daily rates and holiday pay via Teaching Personnel.

• Dedicated consultant for ongoing support.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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