Graduate Teaching Assistant | Blackheath | Mainstream Primary School

Job Summary:

  • £80 – £95 per day, PAYE – No hidden agency/umbrella company fees
  • General Teaching Assistant, Year 5 classroom support
  • Immediate Start, Full time, Long term (Ongoing throughout the academic year)

Here at Ortus Recruitment we are looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant who is looking for a new long term career within the education industry. We have a fantastic opportunity with the opportunity for career progression alongside CPD Courses and Teacher Training.

Within this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the academic development of pupils by leading small group interventions in core subjects working closely with pupils who need to raise their academic attainment level in core subjects.

To be considered, you must have:

  • An enhanced child workforce DBS on the update service or be willing to process one through Ortus Recruitment – £52
  • A strong academic background, educated to degree level
  • Two obtainable childcare or academic references

Responsibilities within this role:

  • You will need to work alongside the class teacher in supporting a Year 5 class as a General Teaching Assistant
  • You will be required to lead small group interventions on core subjects
  • You will need to liaise with the class teacher and the parents/carers to provide feedback on the pupils academic progress
  • You will be responsible for supervising the pupils in the playground and in the lunchroom, trying to maintain calm behaviour
  • You may be tasked with undertaking administrative duties such as photocopying/laminating, and updating/removing display boards.

The benefits of working with Ortus Recruitment:

  • Excellent pay rates – PAYE
  • Referral bonus for candidates – £100
  • One location, full time, long term


Job Category: Primary
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Blackheath

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