Details:
- Salary: £100 - 115 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Lambeth London
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Year 2 Teaching Assistant
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 2 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming one form-entry primary school in Lambeth, South London. This outstanding primary school is committed to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment where all pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The successful Year 2 Teaching Assistant will work closely with the Year 2 class teacher, supporting pupils in their learning and development, helping to deliver engaging lessons, and contributing to a positive classroom environment. The position is open to experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and individuals with relevant experience working with primary-aged children.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
Location - Lambeth, South London
Position - Year 2 Teaching Assistant
Type of work - Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of lessons, working with individual pupils and small groups, assisting with classroom activities, and helping to promote positive learning outcomes Position start date - September 2026
Full time/part time - Full time
Rate of pay - GBP100 - GBP115 per day (depending on experience)
Hours - 8:30am - 3:45pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant, or in a similar role within a primary school setting
Experience supporting children in Key Stage 1, particularly Year 2, is desirable
A good understanding of the primary curriculum and strategies to support literacy and numeracy development is desirable
Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year is desirable (training can be provided where required)
GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent
Relevant Teaching Assistant, Childcare, or Education qualification is desirable but not essential
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years
OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this Year 2 Teaching Assistant role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school-based positions across London