Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistants - Greenwich - Flexible Daily Supply

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience and hours
Contract: Day-to-Day Supply / Short-Term
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and looking for flexible work in Greenwich primary schools?

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting enthusiastic, caring and reliable Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Greenwich, Woolwich, Eltham, Plumstead, Charlton, Blackheath and Thamesmead.

We have opportunities for candidates with experience in mainstream classrooms, early years settings and supporting pupils with special educational needs.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or have relevant experience working with children in another setting, we'd love to hear from you.

What will the role involve?

• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Working with pupils individually and in small groups
• Helping children develop literacy, numeracy and communication skills
• Supporting pupils with SEND where required
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence
• Helping create a safe and inclusive learning environment

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience supporting children in schools or similar settings
• A patient, positive and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence working with children of different ages and abilities
• Reliability and flexibility
• Commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing

Working hours and pay

Working hours vary depending on the school and assignment. Some opportunities may involve standard classroom hours, while others can include breakfast club supervision, after-school clubs or additional pupil support.

Pay rates can vary according to your relevant experience, qualifications, specialist skills, responsibilities and the total hours worked.

For example, an assignment involving additional hours or specialist SEND responsibilities may have different pay arrangements from a standard classroom support role.

The agreed rate, working hours and responsibilities will be explained before each assignment.

What Tradewind Recruitment offers:

• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
• Daily and short-term assignments in local primary schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to free CPD through The National College
• Support from a dedicated primary education consultant
• Opportunities to gain experience across different year groups

Interested in joining us?

Apply today with your CV to find out more about Teaching Assistant opportunities across Greenwich.

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