Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Croydon, London

Contract Type: Daily Supply / Temporary

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: Immediate start available

About the School

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Croydon, South London, that is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils throughout their learning journey.

The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. With a strong focus on inclusion, positive behaviour and pupil progress, the school strives to ensure that every child receives the support they need to reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a caring and motivated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school community and make a meaningful difference in the classroom.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils' learning and development. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.

Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils develop their literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum skills.

Assisting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN, where required.

Helping to create a positive, inclusive and well-organised classroom environment.

Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and independence.

Supporting pupils' social and emotional development throughout the school day.

Preparing classroom resources and assisting with learning activities.

Monitoring pupils' progress and providing feedback to the class teacher.

Supervising pupils during classroom activities and other school activities, as required.

Following school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management.The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

Have previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school setting.

Have a genuine passion for supporting children's education and development.

Be patient, caring and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude.

Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Be confident supporting pupils individually and in small groups.

Be adaptable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Understand safeguarding and classroom management.Why Horizon Teachers

You will be paid the permanent equivalent for the job after 12 weeks, in many cases from day one.

We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers

A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience

We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent