General Teaching Assistant (KS1/KS2)

Position: General Teaching Assistant (KS1/KS2) Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary Start Date: 8th September 2026 Location: Southwark, London, UK Salary: £90 – £100 per day Daily rate is dependent on experience, qualifications, and relevant training. Higher rates within the band are reserved for candidates with more extensive experience and/or a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. Hours of work: 8.30am – 3.30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only).

Enjoy making a real difference to pupils progress and confidence? A welcoming Southwark primary school is looking for a General Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS1 and KS2.

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming, inclusive primary school in Southwark for a General Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 on a full-time, long-term temporary basis. You will work as part of a well-established inclusion team, splitting your time between classroom support, targeted booster groups and 1:1 SEND support, so no two days will look quite the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting class teachers with the delivery of lessons across KS1 and KS2
• Supporting pupils with SEND, including those with an EHCP, on a 1:1 or small-group basis
• Delivering booster and intervention groups in literacy and numeracy
• Adapting resources and activities to meet individual pupils needs
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress against intervention and IEP/EHCP targets
• Liaising closely with the SENCO and class teachers on pupil progress

Requirements

To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:

• Experience supporting primary-aged pupils, ideally including SEND experience
• Confidence delivering structured interventions (e.g. phonics, reading, or numeracy catch-up)
• A patient, encouraging and flexible approach to supporting pupils
• A Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential
• The right to work in the UK
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one) What the School Can Offer:
• A well-established, supportive inclusion team
• Variety across classroom support, interventions and 1:1 SEND work
• A welcoming, inclusive school community
• Ongoing training in SEND and intervention strategies
• Good transport links across Southwark and into central London

Why work via Transparency Education? Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:

• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
• A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
• Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. Application Process: If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education. Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance