Primary School jobs in Ealing

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and proactive Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in a primary school?

Opogo is recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Acton, Ealing. The school serves a diverse community and is committed to providing a supportive environment where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to become part of a supportive school environment with high expectations for learning and personal development.

The Role

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, depending on experience and the needs of the school
• Work alongside the class teacher to support teaching and learning
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils who require additional help
• Support children with SEND and additional learning needs
• Help pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) develop their confidence, vocabulary and communication skills
• Support literacy, reading, phonics and numeracy interventions
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and engagement with learning
• Help create a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment

We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school or educational setting
• Be patient, nurturing and confident supporting children with a range of abilities and needs
• Have experience supporting SEND or EAL pupils, although this is not essential
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be proactive and comfortable working both independently and alongside the class teacher
• Be committed to helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service

Pay

£110–£120 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications.

What You’ll Receive

• Support from a dedicated Opogo consultant
• Access to opportunities across a range of London primary schools
• Flexible work to suit your availability and career goals
• Opportunities to develop your experience supporting SEND, EAL and mainstream pupils
• Ongoing support throughout your placement

About Opogo

Opogo works with schools and education professionals across London, connecting talented educators with opportunities where they can make a genuine difference.

Opogo is an REC-accredited education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to comprehensive vetting procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), including an Enhanced DBS check, identity and right-to-work checks, and satisfactory references.

Opogo is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process where required.

Apply today to join a fantastic primary school community in Acton and help children develop the confidence, skills and independence they need to succeed.

Pay: £110.00-£120.00 per day

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person