Location: Barnet, London
Contract Type: Term Time Only
Hours: Full-time, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Pay: £2080-£2100 per month
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a difference in children's education? Do you have the drive to support pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing in a vibrant and inclusive environment?
A thriving two-form entry primary school, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, is seeking enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to join their team across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping children achieve their full potential in a diverse and welcoming school community.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils to help them feel secure and valued within the school.
Support children's learning across the curriculum, using strategies that encourage engagement, motivation and independence.
Provide targeted support for children with additional needs, liaising with the SENCo, Speech and Language Therapist, and other professionals as required.
Promote inclusion and respect for all, celebrating the diverse backgrounds and abilities of every pupil.
Use play, conversation, and structured interventions to support language development, literacy, numeracy, and personal growth.
Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back regularly to class teachers.Supporting the Teacher and School Community
Work collaboratively with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and prepare classroom resources.
Provide feedback on pupil progress and behaviour.
Supervise and lead both indoor and outdoor activities that support children's holistic development.
Communicate effectively with parents and carers, supporting strong home-school partnerships.
Maintain high standards of organisation, safety, and care within the classroom and wider school.
Contribute positively to the wider school environment and ethos.Who We're Looking For
Prior classroom experience as a Teaching Assistant (preferred but not essential).
A calm, reliable, and professional approach to working with children and staff.
A strong understanding of safeguarding, inclusive practice, and behaviour management.
Excellent communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team.
Familiarity with the National Curriculum and/or Early Years Framework is desirable.Why Join Us?
A supportive and friendly team of staff and leadership.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
A well-resourced school with a strong focus on inclusion, equality, and pupil wellbeing.
A diverse and welcoming school community where every child is valued and encouraged to succeed.If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and if successful, we will be in touch.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£2080.00 - £2100.00 per month