Primary Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £108.68 to £115 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | RM10 8YT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 2 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Primary Teaching Assistant - Barking
Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start
Fixed-Term Contract - Initially 1 Year | Long-Term Opportunity
We are recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Barking for an immediate start.
This is a varied Primary Teaching Assistant role with opportunities to work across KS1, either providing general KS1 classroom support or working more closely with pupils who require SEN support.
The school is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who can adapt depending on the needs of the class. You may work with the whole class, deliver small-group interventions or provide targeted SEN support on a 1:1 basis.
The Primary Teaching Assistant position is initially offered on a one-year fixed-term contract, providing excellent stability for someone looking to develop their experience within a Barking primary school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work as a Primary Teaching Assistant supporting pupils across KS1
- Provide general KS1 classroom support alongside the class teacher
- Deliver 1:1 and small-group SEN support where required
- Support KS1 pupils with phonics, literacy and numeracy
- Adapt activities for children with SEN and additional learning needs
- Encourage positive behaviour, independence and engagement
- Work closely with teachers and the SEN team to monitor pupil progress
- Help maintain a positive and inclusive KS1 classroom environment
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with primary-aged children
- Experience supporting KS1 pupils is highly desirable
- Previous SEN experience would be a strong advantage
- Understanding of KS1 phonics, literacy and numeracy
- A patient, enthusiastic and proactive approach
- Confidence providing both general classroom and SEN support
- A genuine interest in developing within primary education
Location & Transport - Barking, East London
- Accessible via Barking Station - District, Hammersmith & City, Overground and C2C
- District Line connections via Upney and Becontree
- Strong bus connections throughout Barking and Dagenham
- Easily accessible from Ilford, Dagenham, Newham, Romford and surrounding East London areas
Why Work with Long Term Futures
- ASAP start
- Initial one-year fixed-term contract
- Opportunity to gain experience across both KS1 and SEN
- Long-term position rather than daily supply
- Free CPD covering SEN, behaviour, phonics and safeguarding
- Excellent experience for aspiring Primary Teachers
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
If you're a Primary Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term KS1 or SEN Teaching Assistant role in Barking, apply today with Long Term Futures.
Primary Teaching Assistant | Teaching Assistant | Primary TA | KS1 | KS1 Teaching Assistant | SEN | SEN Teaching Assistant | SEN Support | Learning Support Assistant |
Primary School | Barking | Phonics | 1:1 Support
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.