Teaching Assistant - Highbury, Islington

Full-Time | Long-Term
Primary Education
Highbury, Islington
£95 - £110 per day (PAYE)

Teaching Assistant - 1 Form Entry Primary School - Highbury

September Start | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to join a friendly, supportive primary school where you can make a genuine impact?

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming 1-form entry primary school in Highbury, Islington, seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team from September on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a close-knit school community that prides itself on providing a nurturing learning environment, high-quality teaching, and exceptional support for every child. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to help pupils reach their full potential both academically and socially.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils within the classroom to maximise learning opportunities
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions where required
• Assist the class teacher in preparing engaging learning activities
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote pupil wellbeing
• Support children with additional learning needs when necessary
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A minimum of 6 months' experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school (essential)
• Experience supporting children across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm, patient and proactive approach
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive PAYE daily rates
• Dedicated consultant providing ongoing support
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College
• Opportunities for permanent employment
• Simple and efficient registration process
• Work with one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next long-term opportunity in a supportive Highbury primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV to Ciaran.McKenna@twrecruitment.com, or contact Ciaran McKenna at Tradewind Recruitment on 020 7845 5450 - Option 2 for a confidential discussion about the role.