📍 Location: Lewisham
💷 Salary: £89 – £105 per day (PAYE)
📆 Contract: Full-time | Long-term | Monday to Friday (8:30am – 4:00pm)
🚀 Start: Immediate

Are you an enthusiastic and committed individual with experience working with children in Early Years or Primary education?
Ortus Recruitment is currently seeking a reliable and passionate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive, inclusive mainstream primary school in Lewisham. This role involves supporting pupils across the classroom, including those with special educational needs (SEN), to help them achieve their full potential.

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🔑 Key Responsibilities:

• Support class teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons and daily activities.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils, including those with additional learning needs.
• Assist with preparing resources, classroom organisation, and general administrative tasks.
• Promote children’s emotional, social, and physical development, both in and out of class.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support SEN pupils with tailored interventions and strategies.
• Assist with extracurricular activities, such as after-school clubs, where required.

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✅ Requirements:

• Previous classroom-based experience working with children (Early Years or Primary preferred).
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) is desirable.
• A genuine interest in education and child development.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with pupils and staff.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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🌟 Why Choose Ortus Recruitment?

• We are proud REC Corporate Members who prioritise high-quality recruitment and communication.
• We place our candidates in supportive, well-run schools that value their staff.
• We provide access to professional development opportunities and career progression.
• Our team is friendly, experienced, and here to support you every step of the way.

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If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of young learners and are looking to build a meaningful career in education, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Apply today with your full, up-to-date CV.

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