Early Years, Year 4 Class Teaching Assistant - Newham Primary

19th October start
Full Time
Posted 7 days ago
Expiring 23rd October
Newham, London
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Primary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school community in Newham. This full-time role is a vital part of our commitment to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive academically and socially. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers across early years, KS1, and KS2, with a particular focus on Year 4, delivering tailored support that aligns with our school's ethos of fostering curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning. The position is available immediately and continues throughout the academic year, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our students' development within a collaborative and values-driven setting. Key Responsibilities: - Provide individualised support to pupils, including 1:1 assistance for students with special educational needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively and confidently. - Support pupils with personal care needs, maintaining dignity and respect at all times. - Support small groups of learners to reinforce understanding of lesson content, promoting independence and active participation. - Assist teachers in planning and delivering inclusive, differentiated lessons that meet diverse learning needs. - Support the behaviour management policies of the school by fostering a positive, respectful, and safe environment. - Contribute to the preparation of resources and classroom organisation to facilitate effective teaching and learning. - Work with pupils across early years, KS1, and KS2, with a particular emphasis on Year 4, ensuring their social, emotional, and academic needs are met. - Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor pupil progress and assist in the assessment and recording of achievements. - Support pupils’ personal development by encouraging positive behaviour, social skills, and resilience. - Maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment in line with the school's values and policies. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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Our successful and high-achieving school is committed to combining traditional values of good manners with excellent behaviour. Our enriched curriculum ensures that all children are encouraged to “Be the best that they can be.” As a founding member of a local trust dedicated to partnership, we focus on delivering the highest quality education tailored to meet the needs of our community. We strive to create a welcoming environment where students can thrive academically and personally. We invite you to explore our website and, if you require any further information, please do not hesitate to make direct contact with us. Our friendly office team will be pleased to assist and provide a wealth of helpful information.

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    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teacher to join our vibrant team at Deptford Park Primary School in Lewisham. This role is ideal for an individual who values a relationship-led approach to education, fostering strong connections with students to support their academic, social, and emotional development in line with our school's ethos of nurturing confident, respectful, and curious learners. The successful candidate will work full-time, commencing with a phone call this week, followed by a trial next week, with the potential for a long-term position. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to a school committed to inclusive, personalised learning within a caring community. Key Responsibilities: - Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons tailored to the Year 5 curriculum, ensuring that teaching methods reflect a relationship-led approach that values each child's individuality. - Foster positive relationships with students, creating a safe, inclusive environment that promotes mutual respect, confidence, and independence. - Adapt teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with special educational needs or additional learning requirements. - Monitor and record pupil progress, providing constructive feedback to support ongoing development. - Collaborate with colleagues and school leaders to ensure a cohesive approach to curriculum delivery and student well-being. - Support the social and emotional development of pupils through classroom management, pastoral care, and by modelling respectful behaviour. - Communicate effectively with parents and carers to keep them informed of pupil progress and to strengthen home-school partnerships. - Contribute to the wider school community by participating in meetings, school events, and continuous professional development activities, aligning with the school's values of collaboration and lifelong learning. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.…
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    Posted about 6 hours ago
  • Year 5 SEN Teaching Assistant - Haringey Primary
    Primary school in Haringey • Full Time
    2 Nov 2026 - 16 Jul 2027
    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school community in Haringey. This role is integral to our ethos of fostering inclusive, nurturing, and high-quality education for all pupils. The successful candidate will support a Year 5 pupil with complex needs, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and access to the curriculum. This is a full-time position, ideal for someone committed to making a positive impact within an environment that values kindness, respect, and individual development. The role is available immediately and will continue throughout the academic year. Key Responsibilities: - Provide individualised support to a Year 5 pupil with complex needs, ensuring their participation and engagement in classroom activities. - Assist in supervising wheelchair users, implementing strategies to promote their safety and independence. - Support the teacher in planning and delivering personalised learning activities tailored to the pupil’s needs. - Promote an inclusive environment by adapting resources and teaching methods to facilitate access for all pupils. - Support the pupil’s social, emotional, and behavioural development, fostering positive interactions with peers. - Assist with the supervision of the pupil during breaktimes, lunchtimes, and on outings, ensuring their wellbeing at all times. - Contribute to the creation of a supportive and respectful classroom atmosphere that aligns with the school’s values of kindness, respect, and aspiration. - Work collaboratively with teaching staff, specialist agencies, and parents to meet the individual needs of the pupil. - Maintain accurate records of progress and any incidents, following school policies and safeguarding procedures. - Support the wider classroom team in maintaining a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.…
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    Posted about 6 hours ago

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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

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General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

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