Ortus Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Oval that is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development and is looking to make a meaningful contribution within a thriving school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils achieve their full academic, social, and emotional potential.

The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and ambitious learning environment where every child is encouraged to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to provide engaging learning experiences that inspire confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. They are looking for a Teaching Assistant who shares these values and is committed to supporting pupils from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the classroom. You will work alongside experienced class teachers to provide targeted support to individuals and small groups, helping pupils access the curriculum and develop essential skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of engaging lessons across the primary curriculum
• Providing one-to-one and small group interventions to support pupil progress
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil engagement
• Supporting children with varying learning needs and abilities
• Helping to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Supporting children’s social, emotional, and academic development
• Contributing to the wider life of the school where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking a proactive and caring individual who is passionate about education and child development.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working with children in a school, childcare, tutoring, youth work, or similar setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• A positive, flexible, and enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A genuine desire to help children succeed and reach their potential
• The resilience and adaptability required to thrive in a busy school environment

Graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or child development are strongly encouraged to apply.

What the School Offers

In return, the school can offer:

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Well-resourced classrooms and excellent learning facilities
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Experienced leadership committed to staff wellbeing and career progression
• A diverse and inclusive school community
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience
• Access to a range of staff wellbeing initiatives and support programmes
• A vibrant school environment where staff contributions are valued and recognised

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school that is committed to providing outstanding educational experiences for its pupils while investing in the development of its staff.

All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safeguarding regulations.

To apply for this rewarding Teaching Assistant opportunity, please submit your full CV ttoday.

Teaching Assistant | Oval | £93 – £115 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start/September 2026 Start

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