Teaching Assistant

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Salary: £1,900 - £2,300 per month
Start Date: Immediate / September
Contract: Permanent | Full-time

A friendly and supportive primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development. Working alongside experienced teachers, you will provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions, and work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to help them reach their full potential.

This welcoming and inclusive primary school is proud of its diverse community and positive learning environment. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development, the school provides staff with the support and resources needed to make a real difference in pupils' educational journeys.

• Support teaching and learning across the classroom

• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small intervention groups

• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation

• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development

• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning

• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet individual learning needs

• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Essential:

• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or similar setting

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A positive, patient, and enthusiastic attitude

• A genuine passion for supporting young people

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant

• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• A degree in Education, Psychology, or a related subject

To apply, please submit your CV. Successful applicants will be contacted with further details about the role and school.

Alternatively, contact Veritas Education on (phone number removed) for more information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'