At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Year 5 and Year 6 pupils with targeted interventions and classroom activities.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Southwark with a focus on pupil progress.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, supportive environment, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Easy access by rail and dedicated support from Transparency Education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in pupils' lives as they prepare for secondary school.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant in Key Stage 2 and strong communication skills.
Position: Year 5 and Year 6 Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work
Start Date: November 2026
Location: Southwark, London, UK
Salary: £95.00-£100.00 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
About the Role:
A welcoming, well-established primary school is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support Year 5 and Year 6 pupils aged 9 to 11. You will lead targeted small-group interventions, support learning across both year groups and work closely with teachers on lesson preparation. If you enjoy helping older pupils build confidence ahead of secondary school, this is a rewarding role where you can make a visible difference.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in Key Stage 2
- Confidence to plan and lead small-group interventions independently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver targeted small-group interventions to help pupils make progress
- Provide classroom support across Year 5 and Year 6
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities
- Support pupils to stay focused and engaged during lessons
- Share feedback with teachers on pupil progress in intervention groups
- Provide general administrative support when required
Our client can offer you:
- A welcoming and well-established primary school community
- Excellent facilities to support teaching and learning
- A supportive working environment with a strong focus on pupil development
- The chance to lead meaningful interventions as a Teaching Assistant
- Valuable experience supporting pupils through the final years of primary school
- Easy access by rail, around seven minutes' walk from the nearest station
- Dedicated support from Transparency Education throughout your placement
Application Process:
If you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity, please either apply below or contact Transparency Education directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures and is committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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