Primary Teaching Assistant - Bromley

Location: Bromley
Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £95-£130 per day (depending on experience)

TimePlan Education is recruiting a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Bromley from September 2026. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity supporting a Year 4 pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, with the potential to become a permanent role.

The successful candidate will provide consistent 1:1 support, helping the pupil access learning, regulate their emotions, and develop positive relationships within the classroom. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team to deliver tailored strategies that enable the child to thrive both academically and socially.

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with SEMH needs.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
• Encourage engagement with classroom learning and promote independence.
• Support the pupil during transitions, breaktimes, and other key parts of the school day.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, parents, and external professionals.
• Record progress and contribute to reviews of the pupil's support plan.

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in a school setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs is highly desirable.
• Calm, patient, resilient, and able to remain positive in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to use initiative.
• Passionate about making a lasting difference to a child's education and wellbeing.

• Competitive daily pay of £95-£130, depending on experience.
• A long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated TimePlan Education consultant.
• Access to free CPD and professional development courses.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive primary school.

If you're a compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with SEMH, or you're looking to develop your SEN experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today, and a member of the TimePlan Education team will be in touch within 24 hours.

TimePlan Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references covering the previous two years, and our full compliance process, including an online application and interview.

TimePlan Education is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

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