Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Croydon, South East London
Start Date: Easter 2026
Pay: £100 - £115 per day
Veritas Education is excited to partner with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Croydon to recruit a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team after the Easter break.
This OFSTED-rated ’Good’ school is known for its supportive and nurturing environment, placing a strong emphasis on pupils’ academic progress, emotional wellbeing, and personal development. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO, providing both 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop positive relationships.
This role is ideal for a patient, proactive, and empathetic individual who is passionate about supporting children - including those with additional needs - to thrive in a primary school setting.
The Ideal Primary Teaching Assistant Will Have:* Proven experience supporting children in a primary school environment
* Knowledge of strategies to support learning, communication, and behaviour
* A calm, caring, and resilient approach, particularly when supporting pupils with additional needs
Main Responsibilities Include:* Delivering personalised 1:1 and small-group interventions
* Supporting the class teacher with differentiated learning activities
* Promoting pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development
Why Join This School?* A friendly and supportive school community
* Experienced leadership and a strong SEN team
* Access to excellent CPD and ongoing training opportunities
How to Apply:If you are an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teaching Assistant looking to make a positive impact in a Croydon primary school, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Veritas Education on for more information.
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 interview
Veritas 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.’