Supply Teaching Assistant – Finchley, Barnet
Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and looking for a flexible, rewarding role within outstanding London schools? We’re seeking enthusiastic Supply Teaching Assistants to join friendly, high-achieving primary schools across Finchley and the wider Barnet borough.
This is a fantastic opportunity for both experienced TAs and those new to education to gain hands-on classroom experience across EYFS, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, and SEND settings. With a mixture of short-term, long-term, and day-to-day placements available, you can choose the year groups and schools that best suit your strengths and schedule.
What you’ll be doing
• Supporting pupils’ learning in small groups or 1:1
• Assisting teachers with engaging classroom activities
• Helping create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment
• Contributing to the pastoral and academic development of pupils
• Working collaboratively with experienced staff in “Good” and “Outstanding” Ofsted-rated schools
We’re looking for someone who:
• Is proactive, patient, and passionate about working with children
• Has good communication and teamwork skills
• Can adapt easily to different classrooms and teaching styles
• Brings enthusiasm, reliability, and a positive attitude
• Holds relevant experience or is keen to learn and develop
Why join us?
• Flexible work that fits around your lifestyle
• Access to top-rated schools with excellent support
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across all primary phases
• A welcoming, community-focused working environment
Take the next step in your education career—apply today!
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now 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 Teach-Now 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.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now 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