Teaching Assistant in London

Braintcroft Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our committed team. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and who can contribute positively to our inclusive and nurturing learning environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and pupils across the school, helping to deliver high-quality learning experiences while promoting the wellbeing, confidence and development of every child.

Key responsibilities:

• Support pupils' learning in the classroom by working with individuals and small groups under the direction of the Class Teacher.
• Provide targeted support to pupils including those with additional needs or special educational needs, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and access to learning.
• Help pupils to understand instructions, develop independence and engage positively with learning activities.
• Assist in the implementation of individual education, behaviour and personal care plans following guidance from teaching staff.
• Support the teacher in creating a purposeful, engaging and well-managed learning environment.

Pay range:

NJC 2 -6 - £24,989.90 - £26,376.03 including inner London allowance
FTE - £28,413.00 - £29,989.00 including inner London allowance
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Teaching Assistant Level 1 qualification or relevant experience
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and small groups of pupils
• Intimate Care Qualification would be desirable
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Ability to support pupils with a range of needs, including those with SEND

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle: We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year‑round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development: We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing: Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.