Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Contract: Full-time / Term-time (flexible options available)
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the School
We are a vibrant, inclusive and high-achieving primary school located in the heart of Tower Hamlets, serving a wonderfully diverse local community.
Our curriculum is broad and ambitious, and we pride ourselves on providing a safe, stimulating learning environment where children are encouraged to be confident, curious and resilient learners. Staff work collaboratively and are highly supportive of one another.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support learning across the curriculum, helping pupils to thrive both academically and socially.
Roles and Responsibilities
Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality teaching and learning
Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and support progress
Provide targeted support for pupils with additional needs, including SEND and EAL
Promote positive behaviour and support pupils’ emotional and social development
Assist with the preparation of learning resources and classroom organisation
Supervise pupils during lessons, interventions, and non-classroom activities
Contribute to a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and external professionals
Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
About You
We are looking for someone who:
Has previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school
Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum
Is confident supporting pupils across a range of abilities
Has experience supporting children with SEND and/or EAL (desirable)
Is patient, caring and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude
Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and pupils
Is committed to inclusion, equality and high expectations for all children
Why Horizon Teachers?
Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before
We can help you find permanent, long-term, and flexible roles in the Education sector
Easy registration process via online link and a video consultation
We provide interview preparation and guidance throughout your job search
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent