Primary Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a Primary Teaching Assistant role to gain in school experience before applying for Teacher training September 2027?

Would you like to work in a fantastic Primary School in Westminster where full training is provided?

Are you a 2026 or recent graduate who is reading to take the first step into a career in education?

* 2 x Primary Teaching Assistants Required
* September 2026 Start for full academic year
* Term Time Contract
* Full Training provided with continuous professional development throughout the school year
* Happy, hardworking team who provide outstanding outcomes for pupils
* Borough of Westminster

Academics LTD are currently work every year with this fantastic Primary school in Westminster to recruit graduates who are thinking about a career in Education and would like to gain experience before applying for PGCE and school direct programs to become qualified Primary Teachers.

These opportunities are great for graduates who have some experience working with children, this could be youth work, childcare, mentoring or voluntary work and would like to take the next step and work in class as either a general or one to one Teaching Assistant. The roles require a commitment for a full academic year and you will receive all the training required to work to a very high standard.

The school has two roles available, one working with two children in Reception with high needs and one working with an able child with physical needs in Year 6. Both roles are perfect for graduates that would like to develop their careers as either a teacher or educational psychologist. You will have the opportunity to work with the class teacher, SEN coordinator and visiting specialist that support the children’s educational health plans.

The successful graduate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and an enthusiastic approach to work. You will need energy and emotional intelligence to be able to flexible and meet the needs of the children you are working with, while helping the class teacher to deliver a fun, interactive lessons to engage the class. If this sounds like the job for you, please get in touch today to make arrangements for interviews for early May, for a September start.