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Teaching Assistant (KS2)

Help children thrive in a caring and rewarding school environment

Are you passionate about helping children close learning gaps in a supportive and inclusive setting? Teach Now is looking for a dedicated and proactive Key Stage 2 teaching assistant to join a warm and welcoming primary school in Barking & Dagenham. This part-time role is ideal for someone experienced in delivering booster sessions and targeted interventions for children who need additional support to meet their potential.

About the school

This diverse and inclusive primary school is deeply rooted in its local community, offering an environment where both children and staff feel valued and respected. The leadership team is strong and supportive, providing high-quality training and development opportunities for all staff. The school places a strong emphasis on tailored learning and positive wellbeing for every child. With bright, well-resourced classrooms and access to modern learning tools, it’s a fantastic place to grow your career.

The role

• Support Key Stage 2 pupils with a focus on literacy and numeracy boosters
• Work with small groups or one-to-one, following tailored intervention programmes
• Collaborate with class teachers and the SENCO to plan, assess and review pupil progress
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Provide emotional and behavioural support as needed

What we’re looking for

• Experience working in Key Stage 2
• Knowledge of or experience with intervention strategies and SEN support
• Patient, empathetic, and organised
• A strong communicator and team player
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help pupils succeed, we want to hear from you!

Why work via Teach Now

Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance