Location: South London
Salary: £93–£105 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Ortus Recruitment is currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join a welcoming primary school in South London.
No formal Teaching Assistant qualification is required for this role, making it a great opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, youth workers, sports coaches, or anyone with experience working with children who is looking to gain valuable experience within a school environment.
About the Role
As an Unqualified Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside the class teacher and wider support team to help pupils get the most out of their school day.
You may be supporting children 1:1, in small groups or within the classroom, depending on the needs of the school.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils with classroom activities and learning
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
- Helping pupils develop confidence and independence
- Supporting children who may need additional guidance
- Assisting the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities
- Creating a positive and encouraging environment for pupils
- Supporting during break and lunchtime when required
Who We’re Looking For
You do not need a formal TA qualification to be considered. We’re interested in candidates who are:
- Caring, patient and enthusiastic
- Confident working with children
- Reliable and hardworking
- Positive and approachable
- Interested in developing a career in education
- Able to build strong relationships with pupils
- Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential
Experience in childcare, tutoring, sports coaching, youth work, mentoring, volunteering or similar environments would be beneficial.
Why Ortus Recruitment?
- £93–£105 per day
- Full-time, long-term opportunity
- Gain valuable classroom experience
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunities to develop your education career
- Potential for permanent opportunities
If you’re passionate about working with children but don’t have a formal TA qualification, this could be the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door of a primary school.
Apply today with Ortus Recruitment!
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