Primary Teaching Assistant - Chiswick 🌟
📍 Location: Chiswick, West London
🕒 Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
📅 Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
💷 Salary: £18,000 - £21,000 per annum (depending on experience)

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and compassionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and inclusive primary school in the heart of Chiswick. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and keen to make a difference in children's lives. Whether you're an experienced TA or a recent graduate with a love for learning, we'd love to hear from you!

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and school leadership to support pupils in their academic, social, and emotional development. You'll be expected to assist in the delivery of engaging lessons, manage small group interventions, and offer one-to-one support when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality lessons across the primary curriculum.

Provide targeted support to pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Assist with planning and preparing learning materials and classroom resources.

Lead small group activities and learning interventions to reinforce learning objectives.

Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents/carers as appropriate.

Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.

Support children with their emotional wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour.

Supervise pupils during break times, school trips, and enrichment activities.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has previous experience working with children (school-based experience is highly desirable).

Is passionate about education and supporting young learners.

Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude.

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Is organised, reliable, and able to work well within a team.

Understands safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

(Desirable) Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

(Desirable) Is considering a future career in teaching or education.

Why Join Us?

A welcoming, vibrant, and supportive school community.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Experienced leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development.

A chance to truly make a positive difference in young children's lives every single day.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview before the closing date.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07