Primary Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our pool of supply staff supporting schools across Romford. This full-time position offers the flexibility of daily supply cover as well as the opportunity for long-term placements.

About the role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide essential support to teachers and pupils throughout the school day. You will assist with lesson delivery, work with small groups or individual students, and contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment. This role is well suited to those who enjoy variety, can adapt quickly, and are committed to maintaining high standards of support across different year groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching staff with lesson preparation and delivery

• Working with pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

• Assisting in managing behaviour and maintaining a positive learning atmosphere

• Helping to adapt activities to meet the needs of individual learners

• Contributing to the overall safety, care, and development of pupils

• Communicating effectively with teachers, support staff, and, when required, parents

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role

• A patient, proactive, and supportive approach

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Flexibility to work across different classes and year groups

• Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential

About the school

You will have the opportunity to work in a selection of welcoming and well-established schools in the Romford area. These schools are known for their supportive leadership teams, collaborative staff culture, and strong focus on pupil progress and wellbeing. Whether you are placed daily or on a longer-term basis, you will be joining environments that value enthusiasm, reliability, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Primary Teaching Assistant you will:

• Right to work in the UK

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Prior experience working as a Teaching Assistant
• Safeguarding Training
• Right to work in the UK

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected].