General Teaching Assistant in Kennington

General Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: Lambeth, South London Salary: £93–£100 per day Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start date: 21 September 2026 A friendly and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is looking for a proactive General Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school. This varied role will involve working alongside class teachers to support learning in EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. The successful General Teaching Assistant will provide classroom support, lead small-group activities and help pupils who need additional encouragement to engage confidently with their learning. The school values creativity, inclusion and high expectations. Staff work collaboratively to ensure that every pupil receives the academic and pastoral support needed to make progress. Responsibilities • Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging classroom activities • Working with individual pupils and small groups in literacy and numeracy • Preparing resources and helping to maintain an organised learning environment • Providing targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs • Encouraging independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours • Monitoring pupils during lessons, transitions, breaktimes and educational activities • Sharing relevant observations with teachers and the school’s SEND team • Supporting the school’s safeguarding and behaviour procedures Requirements • Previous experience supporting primary-aged children • A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential • Strong spoken and written English • A patient, encouraging and adaptable approach • The ability to follow teachers’ planning and instructions • Confidence supporting pupils with different abilities and needs • A genuine commitment to children’s learning, wellbeing and inclusion • An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete one What the role offers • A long-term position in a supportive primary school • Experience across different year groups and areas of the curriculum • Guidance from experienced teachers and senior leaders • Opportunities to develop skills in intervention and SEND support • Well-resourced classrooms and a collaborative staff team • The potential to take on additional responsibilities as your experience grows Why work via Transparency Education? Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that 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 Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact us 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. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education 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