Job description
Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets, E1 1NT
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long Term, Full Time
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £90–£105 per day (depending on experience)
Join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets as a Teaching Assistant (TA), where your skills and dedication will play a key role in supporting KS2 pupils and promoting positive outcomes for students with SEN.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive school community that values teamwork, high-quality teaching support, and pupil wellbeing.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to deliver targeted 1:1 SEN support and help pupils access the curriculum confidently. You will contribute to a nurturing learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities of Teaching Assistant:
- Provide 1:1 SEN support for KS2 pupils
- Support pupils with learning, engagement, and emotional regulation
- Assist with classroom activities and tailored interventions
- Follow school policies and behaviour procedures consistently
- Work effectively as part of a collaborative staff team
- Encourage positive behaviour and inclusion within the classroom
Requirements for Teaching Assistant:
- KS2 experience and strong curriculum knowledge
- Recent school-based experience within a UK setting
- Ability to deliver 1:1 SEN support confidently
- Able to follow school policies and work well as part of a team
- Good level of spoken and written English
Benefits:
- Potential to secure a permanent contract
- A lovely school with a warm and supportive staff team
- Excellent transport links in Tower Hamlets
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support for staff in schools across the UK.
How to Apply:
Submit your up-to-date CV by clicking ‘Apply Now’. A dedicated consultant will contact you to discuss the next steps.