Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 32243 - 39408 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
London Borough of Haringey

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs and assist teachers in the classroom.
  • Company: St Michael’s CofE Primary School, a vibrant and oversubscribed school.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive staff, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Other info: Join a diverse team in beautiful grounds with potential for career growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a friendly environment.
  • Qualifications: Motivated individuals committed to the school's values and policies.

The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.

Position: Teaching Assistant

Salary: Scale 4, Point 7

Hours of work: 36 hours per week Monday to Friday, term time only.

Contract Term: One year fixed term (31/08/2027) initially with potential to extend

Closing Date: Friday 4th September 2026

Interviews: To be confirmed.

Start date: To start as soon as possible

St Michael’s CofE Primary School is an oversubscribed, vibrant school with an excellent reputation in the local and wider community. Our children are enthusiastic, inquisitive and eager to learn.

We are looking for two motivated, hardworking individuals to join our team of Teaching Assistants. You will mainly be class based supporting pupils with additional needs; working with groups of children of all abilities; and assisting the class teachers in all areas of their classroom practice and preparation. We require individuals who are committed to working within the framework of the school’s policies and ethos and who will contribute to the development of the whole school. If you are looking for a new challenge and share our values we would like to hear from you!

St. Michael’s is a friendly and rewarding place to work set in beautiful grounds. We have a very supportive staff and leadership team and offer opportunities for further professional development. Visits to the school are very welcome and can be arranged by email or telephone.

St Michael’s is committed to the safeguarding of all our children. In line with the new Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines, an online search may be conducted as part of our due diligence checks on shortlisted candidates. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check as well as other pre-employment.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.

We reserve the right to interview exceptional candidates prior to the closing date. References will be requested for shortlisted candidates.

Teaching Assistant employer: London Borough of Haringey

The London Borough of Haringey is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee contributions and fosters professional growth. With a commitment to continuous improvement in housing services, employees benefit from meaningful work that directly impacts the community, alongside flexible hybrid working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance.

London Borough of Haringey

Contact Details:

London Borough of Haringey Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Teaching Assistant

Classroom Support
Understanding of Additional Needs
Collaboration with Teachers
Commitment to School Policies
Contribution to School Development
Communication Skills
Motivation and Hard Work