Job Description

Teaching Assistant - KS2

Location: Hayes, London

Contract: Fixed Term (1 Academic Year)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm

Salary: £21,500+ (commensurate with experience)

Trial Days: Commencing September 2026A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Hayes, part of a wider and supportive academy trust, are currently looking for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their Key Stage 2 team.

This is a fixed-term position for one academic year, ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development in a nurturing classroom environment.

What we're looking for:

We are seeking an individual with previous experience working within education, ideally within a primary school setting. The successful candidate will bring energy, patience, and a proactive approach to supporting both the teacher and pupils in the classroom.

Your role will include:

Supporting teaching and learning in an upper KS2 classroom.

Working one-to-one or with small groups of children to reinforce learning.

Assisting in planning, preparation of resources, and classroom organisation.

Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Supporting the emotional and social development of pupils.Working with us means:

Being part of a collaborative and forward-thinking academy trust.

Working in a friendly school community that values diversity, respect, and kindness.

Opportunities for professional development and support from experienced colleagues.Trial days will begin ASAP.

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

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