Primary Teaching Assistant

Have you Graduated from a top 10 UK University and looking to take the next step in your career as Primary Teaching Assistant?

An ‘Exceptional’ Primary School in Croydon is looking for an ambitious, passionate, and committed individual who will play a key role as a Primary Teaching Assistant, shaping the future of the school. The ideal Primary Teaching Assistant will support high-quality teaching and learning across the curriculum, contributing to the school’s continued improvement, and consistently rising standards.

This Primary Teaching Assistant role requires you to have excellent literacy and numeracy skills with a strong commitment to inclusive education, adapting practice to meet individual needs.

Primary Teaching Assistant - Why this School?

• Diverse and vibrant community, benefitting from a rich variety of cultures and traditions
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Kindness
• Committed to ensuring students reach their full academic potential, encouraging classroom engagement
• Ongoing training for Primary Teaching Assistant
• A drive to provide the highest quality education for KS1 and KS2 across London
• Strive to find every opportunity to foster caring and positive relationships with parents/carers

This Primary Teaching Assistant role involves supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2, working closely alongside classroom teachers to provide effective in-class support and help create a positive learning environment.

Working as a Primary Teaching Assistant is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers to gain valuable first-hand experience within a school setting. Primary Teaching Assistants will have the chance to work alongside experienced education professionals from a range of backgrounds, developing your skills, knowledge and confidence while gaining valuable insight into a future career in teaching.

If you are looking to take that next step towards a career in teaching and this Primary Teaching Assistant role sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Primary Teaching Assistant in Croydon. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Primary Teaching Assistant role.

Aspiring SEND Teacher

Are you an Aspiring SEND Teacher who has gained a good honors degree in psychology or a related subject looking to take the next steps into teaching?

If so, an exceptional specialist school in Redbridge is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and passionate graduate to join them as an Aspiring SEND Teacher supporting children initially as a Teaching Assistant.

As an Aspiring SEND Teacher you will work alongside experienced Teachers and other SEND professionals to create an engaging, nurturing, and inspiring environment where pupils with additional needs feel safe, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Aspiring SEND Teacher job - Why This School?

• A specialist school catering to young people with complex communication needs, autism and learning and emotional needs
• A Leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people
• Officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the past six years
• Specialist staff made up of experienced teachers trained to foster both academic and social growth
• Pathway for Aspiring SEND Teachers to develop and embark on ITT.

In this Aspiring SEND Teacher role, you will support teachers in delivering an engaging learning experience while also providing 1:1 support to pupils.

As an Aspiring SEND Teacher, you will gain vital first-hand experience working alongside SEND Teachers, Speech and Language Therapists and other SEN professionals. This will allow you to gain an insight into the different aspects of SEND provision and develop a deeper understanding of how to support pupils with a range of additional needs.

If you are looking to take that next step towards a career in teaching and this Aspiring SEND Teacher role sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Aspiring SEND Teacher in Redbridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Aspiring SEND Teacher role.

First-Class History Graduate | Southend-on-Sea | September 2026

Are you an aspiring Humanities Teacher who is looking to gain valuable experience in a Secondary School? We are seeking a First-Class History graduate to support students with English and literacy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a First-Class History Graduate to work within a supportive school environment, supporting students aged 11-18 including those with SEND.

As a First-Class History Graduate, you will be planning and delivering 1-1 and group sessions to help improve attainment in English Language and Literature. The school offers excellent resources and a brand-new Sixth Form building, ideal for a First-Class History Graduate who wants to work with GCSE and A-Level students.

Why choose this First-Class History Graduate role?

• 1 year fixed-term position up to £23,000, term-time only
• Full-time, long-term First-Class History Graduate opportunity
• Excellent experience for aspiring Secondary Teachers
• Opportunities for teacher training and progression within the school
• Work with disadvantaged students in a deprived area of Essex

The school is looking for a First-Class History Graduate who:

• Holds a degree in History from a UK University
• Has strong subject knowledge in English (A-Level in the subject required)
• Is passionate about supporting young people in education
• Can inspire and motivate students of all abilities
• Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Is considering a future career in teaching

This First-Class History Graduate role is perfect for an aspiring teacher looking to make a genuine difference while gaining meaningful school-based experience. A rewarding opportunity for a First-Class History Graduate to support students, develop professionally, and progress towards teacher training within a welcoming Southend-on-Sea secondary school.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this First-Class History Graduate in Southend-on-Sea. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this First-Class History Graduate role.

First-Class History Graduate | Southend-on-Sea | INDSUP

English Tutor (Full-time) | Southend-on-Sea | September 2026

Are you a highly motivated and enthusiastic English Tutor looking to gain valuable experience in education before pursuing teacher training?

A successful secondary school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a confident and ambitious English Tutor to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for an English Tutor to work within a supportive school environment while building the skills and experience needed for a future career in teaching.

As an English Tutor, you will support students from Year 7 to Year 11, delivering 1:1 and small group interventions to help raise attainment and confidence in Literature and Language. The successful English Tutor will work closely with experienced teachers and gain hands-on classroom experience within a high-achieving and inclusive school community.

Why choose this English Tutor role?

• 1 year fixed-term position up to £23,000, term-time only
• Full-time, long-term English Tutor opportunity
• Excellent experience for aspiring English Teachers
• Opportunities for teacher training and progression within the school
• Work within a supportive and collaborative English department

The school is looking for an English Tutor who:

• Holds a degree in English Language, English Literature or History from a leading UK university
• Has strong subject knowledge in English (knowledge in Maths is preferred but not essential)
• Is passionate about supporting young people in education
• Can inspire and motivate students of all abilities
• Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Is considering a future career in teaching

This English Tutor role is perfect for an aspiring teacher looking to make a genuine difference while gaining meaningful school-based experience. A rewarding opportunity for an English Tutor to support students, develop professionally, and progress towards teacher training within a welcoming Southend-on-Sea secondary school.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this English Tutor in Southend-on-Sea. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this English Tutor role.

English Tutor | Southend-on-Sea | INDSUP

Russell Group Graduate | Lewisham | September

Are you a Russell Group graduate looking to gain high-quality experience within a secondary school before pursuing teaching, tutoring or a career in education? This Russell Group Graduate opportunity in Lewisham offers the chance to work alongside experienced teachers while supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4.

The school is seeking an academically strong Russell Group Graduate who can bring enthusiasm, confidence and high expectations into the classroom. You'll support pupils across different subjects, deliver targeted interventions and develop a practical understanding of what makes effective teaching work.

For graduates considering a PGCE or Schools Direct route, this Russell Group Graduate role provides valuable experience before making the transition into teacher training.

Russell Group Graduate | Lewisham

Full Academic Year | £500–£550 per week

What the school can offer a Russell Group Graduate:

• Classroom experience across KS3 and KS4
• Regular observation of experienced teachers
• Opportunities to deliver small-group academic interventions
• Dedicated mentoring from teaching staff
• CPD covering behaviour management, assessment and adaptive teaching
• Experience supporting pupils preparing for GCSE examinations
• Excellent preparation for teacher training

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils across secondary lessons
• Delivering 1:1 and small-group intervention
• Helping pupils prepare for GCSE examinations
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and resources
• Encouraging independent study and high academic expectations
• Tracking pupil engagement and progress

The successful Russell Group Graduate will:

• Hold A-Levels (or equivalent) and a degree from a Russell Group university
• Have a strong academic background
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills
• Be confident working with secondary-age pupils
• Be genuinely interested in pursuing a career within education

If you are looking for a Russell Group Graduate role that gives you genuine classroom responsibility and a clear insight into life as a teacher, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity from September 2026.

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this 'Russell Group Graduate' role, in Lewisham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search 'Ribbons & Reeves'. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Russell Group Graduate role.

Russell Group Graduate | Lewisham | September | INDSUP