Job title: Primary Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: SEND Teaching and Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: London, UK
Job published: 06-06-2025
Job ID: 104944

Job Description

Primary Teaching Assistant | Bexley | September 2025 Start
£400–£500 per week | Full-time | Term-time only | Long-term contract

Are you a graduate passionate about shaping young minds? Step into the classroom this September as a Primary Teaching Assistant in a welcoming, inclusive Bexley primary school!

Why become a Primary Teaching Assistant?

  • Weekly pay: £400–£500 (PAYE)

  • Full-time, term-time only contract starting September 2025

  • Ideal for graduates seeking school-based experience before teacher training or Ed Psych

  • Opportunity to gain QTS while working as a Primary Teaching Assistant

  • Fantastic stepping stone for future PGCE or psychology pathways

About the School:

  • A friendly, community-focused primary school in the heart of Bexley

  • Known for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and high academic standards

  • Creative, forward-thinking leadership team committed to staff development

  • Easy access via public transport — a great location for a Primary Teaching Assistant commuting across South East London

  • Welcomes new graduates and nurtures talent through mentoring and training

Primary Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils across KS1 and KS2

  • Support with phonics, reading, writing, and maths

  • Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging, supportive lessons

  • Help boost pupils’ academic confidence and social development

  • Play a key role in preparing children for secondary school success

We’re looking for a Primary Teaching Assistant who:

  • Holds a 2:1 or First-Class degree from a Top 20 UK university

  • Has a passion for working with children and helping them thrive

  • Has prior experience in schools, tutoring, mentoring, or youth work

  • Brings enthusiasm, patience, and a positive attitude to the Primary Teaching Assistant role

If you're a graduate ready to inspire the next generation, this Primary Teaching Assistant role in Bexley could be the start of a fulfilling education career.

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