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Teaching Assistants needed in Lewisham!
Primary Teaching Assistant
About the Role
Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Lewisham.
This vibrant and inclusive school has built a strong reputation within the local community for creating a positive learning environment where children feel supported, valued, and inspired to achieve their best. The school prides itself on fostering strong relationships between staff, pupils, and parents, helping to create a warm and collaborative atmosphere throughout.
The senior leadership team is highly supportive and committed to the development of all staff members. Teaching Assistants are seen as a vital part of the school community and benefit from ongoing training opportunities and clear guidance from experienced educators.
The successful candidate will join a friendly team that is passionate about helping pupils develop both academically and socially. Depending on performance, the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.
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Contract/Position Details
- Location: Lewisham, South East London
- Position Type: Full-time Teaching Assistant (Primary)
- Contract Type: Temporary Contract
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Until end of the academic year September 2026 (possibly ongoing)
- Expected End Date: July 2027
- Working Hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (Monday - Friday; term time only)
- Minimum Pay Rate: £90 per day
Experience, Training, and Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 experience in the UK
- Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year
- Experience working within a primary school setting
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Have an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate, registered with the online update service, or be willing to apply for a new one
- Provide two professional child-related references that cover at least the last two years
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Additional Information
If you are interested, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching Commitment
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will need to register and complete all required safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching.
The successful candidate will also have access to:
- Accredited continued professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
- An In-house Training and Development Team to support professional growth
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