Job Description:

Primary Teaching Assistant – Supportive East London Primary – Long‑Term Role £107 - £119 per day (Umbrella) • Weekly Pay • Tower Hamlets Start: October Half‑Term (Trials Taking Place Next Week)

MUST HAVE ENHANCED DBS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE

A welcoming and well‑resourced primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking for a committed KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school offers a warm, inclusive atmosphere, beautifully presented classrooms and a strong community feel. Staff describe it as a genuinely lovely place to work, with supportive leadership and a calm learning environment.

This position begins after the October half‑term, with trial days scheduled for next week for shortlisted candidates.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting KS1 pupils with phonics, early reading, writing and numeracy

• Delivering small‑group activities and targeted interventions

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils who need additional guidance

• Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation and daily routines

• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and confidence

• Supporting children with mild SEN needs and helping them access learning

• Ensuring safeguarding and school policies are followed consistently

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in KS1 (essential)

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential)

• A calm, nurturing and proactive approach

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

• Someone reliable, professional and ready to commit long‑term

Pay & Benefits

• £107 - £119 per day (Umbrella)

• Paid weekly

• Lovely school setting with supportive staff and excellent facilities

If you’re an experienced KS1 TA looking for a long‑term role in a friendly, well‑run school, apply now to secure your trial next week.

Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed.