Teaching Assistant – Year 5 | Outstanding Central London Primary | Near Covent Garden
Seize your opportunity to join a truly exceptional primary school as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant in the heart of Central London, just a short walk from Covent Garden. This thriving, oversubscribed two-form entry school is graded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and enjoys a superb reputation with both families and the wider community. If you’re a high-achieving graduate with ambitions to teach, this is the perfect springboard for your career in education, offering daily rates up to £110 and a rewarding, dynamic environment.
In this Teaching Assistant role, you’ll work closely with a talented Year 5 class teacher, support the learning of a vibrant, high-aspiration cohort, and occasionally deliver 1-2-1 support to pupils with SEND. You’ll be immersed in a culture that values academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth, for both students and staff. With outstanding facilities and a supportive leadership team, you’ll gain classroom experience that will set you apart for teacher training and future roles.
Key Highlights:
* Year 5 Teaching Assistant – full-time, central London, near Covent Garden
* Daily rate up to £110 depending on experience
* Outstanding graded, oversubscribed two-form entry primary school
* Support an experienced Year 5 class teacher and deliver occasional 1-2-1 SEND support
* Vibrant, ambitious, and welcoming school community
* Ideal for high-achieving graduates with aspirations to teach
* First-class resources, specialist subject teaching, and inspiring SLT
* Excellent references and career development for future teacher training
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Providing hands-on support to the Year 5 class teacher every day
* Working with small groups to boost attainment in English, Maths, and wider curriculum
* Delivering 1-2-1 support for pupils with SEND when needed
* Creating engaging, inclusive resources and supporting classroom routines
* Helping track pupil progress and encouraging confidence and independence
Ideal Teaching Assistant for this Central London School:
* Graduate with a strong academic background (2:1 or above preferred)
* Ambitious, enthusiastic, and passionate about primary education
* Aspiring teacher eager to gain immersive classroom experience
* Adaptable, proactive, and committed to supporting all learners
* Positive, compassionate communicator with a growth mindset
Why Join This Covent Garden Primary?:
* Ofsted Outstanding and a school of choice for families across Central London
* Warm, supportive team and forward-thinking Headteacher
* Exciting location, moments from Covent Garden’s cultural attractions
* Excellent professional development and progression for graduates
* Diverse, creative school community that celebrates achievement
How to Apply:
Interviews for this Year 5 Teaching Assistant role are taking place right now! If you’re a graduate with aspirations to teach, keen to join one of London’s most sought-after schools, apply today, these roles always fill quickly.
This is a golden opportunity for a passionate graduate to gain hands-on classroom experience in a beloved Outstanding primary school near Covent Garden. Start your teaching journey in Central London this term, secure your place today