Teaching Assistant – Inclusive Primary School in Hammersmith

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Hammersmith Inner London

School Type: Inclusive Primary School

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive (Inner London local authority pay scale depending on experience)

Role Overview

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Hammersmith is seeking a dedicated energetic and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their pupil support team this versatile role you will work closely with class teachers across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 to support pupils academic progress emotional wellbeing and classroom engagement. You will deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group learning interventions assist with classroom management and help create an encouraging learning environment where every child can achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging literacy numeracy and broad curriculum activities across primary key stages.

• Lead structured 1:1 and small-group intervention sessions in reading writing and mathematics to accelerate pupil progress.

• Assist pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) adapt resources and implement targets outlined in Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Promote positive classroom behaviour social development and emotional resilience in line with school behavioural policies.

• Assist with classroom preparation display creation supervision during break/lunch periods and educational visits.

Key Requirements

• Minimum Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or a relevant Degree in Education Psychology or Humanities).

• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children in an educational childcare or youth work setting.

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics).

• Excellent interpersonal skills patience adaptability and a genuine passion for working with children.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Warm collaborative school community with a supportive leadership team and dedicated SENCo.

• Comprehensive training opportunities including safeguarding SEND strategies and pathways toward QTS for aspiring teachers.

• Prime Inner London location with outstanding public transport links (Hammersmith & City District Piccadilly and Circle lines).

• Competitive Inner London pay scale Local Government Pension Scheme enrolment and staff wellbeing initiatives.

Application

To apply for this Teaching Assistant role at an inclusive primary school in Hammersmith starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.