Job Description
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who thrives in upper Key Stage 2?\n \nHave you supported Year 6 pupils through the build-up to SATs and know what it takes to help them succeed - academically and emotionally? If so, this role could be the perfect fit for you.\n\nA well-regarded Church of England primary school in Central London is looking for a skilled and dedicated Year 6 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. You’ll play a key part in helping pupils feel confident, capable, and calm in the lead-up to their SATs and beyond.\n\nWhy This Role Could Be Right for You:\nYou’ll be joining a friendly and forward-thinking school that balances academic excellence with care, respect, and pupil wellbeing.
You’ll work alongside a dynamic Year 6 team who value collaboration, consistency, and good humour - especially during the busy SATs term.\nThis could be the right place for you if:\n\nYou enjoy working in a fast-paced Year 6 environment with high expectations.\nYou have proven strategies for supporting pupils with revision, test preparation, and emotional regulation.\nYou want to be part of a team that values both outcomes and wellbeing.What You’ll Be Doing:\nIn this role, you’ll support pupils in the lead-up to and during their SATs by:\n\nWorking with small groups and individuals to reinforce key skills in reading, writing, and maths.\nSupporting pupils with test techniques, time management, and stress reduction.\nHelping to differentiate classwork and revision tasks to meet varied needs.\nCollaborating closely with the class teacher to monitor progress and adapt support strategies.\nEncouraging and motivating pupils to build confidence and resilience as independent learners.\nContributing to a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment.We’d Love to Hear From You If:\n\nYou’ve previously worked in Year 6 or KS2 and supported pupils during SATs preparation.\nYou have strong subject knowledge in core areas (especially reading, writing, and maths).\nYou’re positive, patient, and proactive in helping children reach their potential.\nYou can manage small groups with a calm, consistent presence and adapt to changing needs.\nYou hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, ideally grade C/4 or above.\nYou’re committed to safeguarding and are happy to engage in ongoing professional development.What Ofsted Says About the School (2023):\n“Pupils achieve well and are proud of their learning. Staff set high expectations and support every pupil to succeed. The school’s caring culture shines through.”\n\nReady to Support Year 6 Success?\nIf you’re ready to bring your experience, energy, and empathy to a role where you’ll truly make a difference in pupils’ final year of primary school, we’d love to hear from you.\n\nWhy Choose Create Education?\n\nA dedicated consultant who understands your background and career goals\nAccess to exclusive roles in primary, secondary, and SEN settings\nLong-term, short-term, and permanent roles tailored to your needs\nA smooth, transparent recruitment process - no hidden surprises\n\nWe are committed to safeguarding children.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications