Teaching Assistant – Richmond on Thames
Looking for a role that keeps you on your toes, inspires you every day, and fits around your lifestyle? Step into a rewarding position where no two days are ever the same.
We’re currently seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team on a flexible, supply basis across EYFS and Primary schools in Richmond on Thames and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re after full-time consistency or part-time flexibility, we’ve got opportunities that work for you.
What’s on Offer
* £92.60 - £100 per day (PAYE)
* 8:30 - 15:30, Monday - Friday
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of the classroom, helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment. Your day might include:
* Supporting whole-class learning
* Working with small groups or providing 1:1 support
* Keeping pupils motivated, focused, and confident
* Assisting teachers with dynamic, day-to-day classroom activities
You may also have the chance to support pupils with additional needs, including SEND - an excellent way to broaden your skills and experience across different settings.
Why You’ll Love This Role
* Flexibility that fits around your life
* Variety - experience different schools, classrooms, and year groups
* Build valuable experience in education
* Make a genuine difference in children’s lives every single day
No Experience? No Problem!
We’re looking for the right attitude above all else. If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy working with children, we’ll support you every step of the way.
We’d Love to Hear from You If You’re:
* An experienced Teaching Assistant
* Considering a future career in education
* From a care, support, coaching, or youth work background
* Positive, adaptable, and ready to jump in
What You’ll Need
* An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one - we’ll guide you)
* Two recent references
* A proactive, professional approach
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.