Job Description

Level 2 & 3 Teaching Assistants

Location: South London-Surrey border
Start: May or September 2026
Contracts: Full-time & part-time (flexible)

About the role:
We're working with friendly, well-regarded primary schools and nurseries across the South London-Surrey border area, offering short-term, long-term, and temporary roles.

You'll support pupils from Nursery to Year 6, mainly on a 1:1 or small group basis, including children with mild to moderate SEND.

What you'll do:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support (mainly EYFS/KS1)
  • Help pupils with SEND access learning and build confidence
  • Support the class teacher and classroom routines
  • Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment
  • Work with teachers and SEN staff to track progress
  • Prepare learning resources and activities

Requirements:

  • Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant (or relevant childcare/EYFS qualification)
  • Experience in a UK primary school
  • Experience supporting pupils with SEND (especially 1:1)
  • Strong communication, patience, and flexibility
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
Acceptable qualifications:
  • Level 2 Early Years Practitioner
  • Level 2 Certificate in Childcare and Education (CACHE)
  • Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
  • Level 2 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCLD)
  • Level 2 Award in Child Development and Care
  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
  • Level 2 Diploma in Playwork
  • Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLS)
  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (CACHE)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCLD)
  • Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development
  • Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to 7
  • Level 3 Diploma in Playwork
  • Level 3 Award/Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLS
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Must hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
  • Have recent experience working in a UK primary school setting
  • Have experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly in a 1:1 capacity
  • Demonstrate strong communication, patience and adaptability
  • Be enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and development
  • Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London. We are proud to be the market-leading education recruitment agency for London.
When working with Tradewind, you will benefit from:
  • Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
  • Opportunities to work in high-quality partner schools across Croydon
  • Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via The National College
  • Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
  • Test and trial approach - the opportunity to trial at different schools/nurseries before committing into a role
To apply, please contact Lauren at Tradewind Recruitment via lauren.joyner@twrecruitment.com