Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant (KS1/KS2) – Hounslow, West London
£100–£101.10 per day | Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential?

A highly successful and ambitious primary school in Hounslow is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join its team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside outstanding educators in a school that combines high academic expectations with exceptional pastoral care.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or a graduate considering a future career in teaching, this role offers excellent experience within a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.

The Role

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to accelerate progress.
• Help children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.
• Support literacy, numeracy and communication skills across the curriculum.
• Assist teachers in creating an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to pupils social, emotional and academic development.
• Support classroom routines, learning activities and educational visits where required.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a genuine passion for working with children.
• Be positive, enthusiastic and committed to supporting pupil success.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Hold GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).

Previous experience working with primary-aged children is desirable but not essential.

What the School Offers
• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Outstanding training and professional development opportunities.
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced educators.
• A collaborative staff team with a shared commitment to excellence.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience across KS1 and KS2.
• Clear pathways into teacher training and long-term careers in education.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to childrens lives every day.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school where children are known, valued and encouraged to succeed. Staff are supported to develop professionally and are given the tools, training and guidance needed to thrive. If youre looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and where your contribution genuinely matters, wed love to hear from you.

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.