Primary Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (North West London)

Primary Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , North West London

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

Primary Teaching Assistant - Outstanding Primary Academy. Location: South Kenton / Wembley Area (HA0). Contract Type: Fixed-Term. Hours: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Monday-Friday). The Opportunity: Are you a compassionate, energetic, and proactive individual looking to make a real difference in children's lives? We are seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to join our 'Outstanding' rated academy in South Kenton. In this role, you won't just be an 'extra pair of hands'-you will be a vital part of our instructional team. Whether you are supporting a child with additional needs, leading a small phonics group, or helping a teacher manage a busy classroom, you will be an ambassador for our 'can-do' culture. We believe in empowering our 'lively little learners' to achieve more than they ever imagined, and our Teaching Assistants are at the heart of that mission.

Job Responsibility:

Deliver small-group interventions in reading, writing, and maths to help close attainment gaps
Provide 1:1 support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEND), ensuring they can access the curriculum
Assist the Class Teacher in preparing resources and maintaining an inspiring, organized learning environment
Ensure student safety and promote positive play during break times and lunch hours
Actively promote the welfare and protection of all children within the academy

Requirements:

Strong Core Skills: Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
Passion for Learning: A genuine desire to support children's academic and personal growth
Resilience: The ability to stay calm under pressure and maintain high expectations for student behavior
Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to interact with pupils, teachers, and parents
Adaptability: A flexible approach-no two days in a primary school are the same!

Nice to have:

background in youth work
experience in administering medication
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
manual handling
personal care experience
speech and language therapy experience

What we offer:

Competitive Salary: Pro-rata salary based on Outer London scales, plus performance-related bonuses
Pathways to Teaching: Many of our TAs go on to train as teachers through our internal School Direct programmes
Professional Development: Access to specialized training in SEND, Literacy, and Numeracy interventions through our Leadership Institute
Wellbeing Support: Comprehensive healthcare cash plan (covering dental, optical, and physio), 24/7 employee assistance, and a generous local government pension scheme
Community Environment: Work in a diverse, multi-cultural, and multi-faith school where every staff member is a valued member of the family
Referral Bonus
E-Learning
training and education

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 12, 2026

Expiration:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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