Experienced Teaching Assistant Needed in Merton
Job description
Experienced Teaching Assistant - Full Time Opportunities from September
Location: South West London
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £90 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and rewarding school environment?
We are currently working with a range of primary, secondary and specialist schools across South West London who are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their teams from September. These full-time positions offer the opportunity to make a real impact on students' education while developing your career within the education sector.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom. Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management
- Supporting pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties
- Encouraging positive behaviour and student engagement
- Helping to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment
- Monitoring student progress and providing feedback where appropriate
Requirements
To be considered for these positions, you should have:
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school setting
- A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
- A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting learning
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
What We Offer
- Full-time opportunities across a variety of schools in South West London
- Competitive daily rates
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
- The chance to gain experience in a range of educational settings
- Long-term and potential permanent opportunities
If you are a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a new role from September, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your next opportunity and make a positive difference in the classroom.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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