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Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 115 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Lambeth, London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Lambeth

Role: Teaching Assistant
 Location: Lambeth (near Herne Hill Station)
 Start Date: January 2026 | Trialling ASAP
 Contract: Full-time, long-term
 Pay: £90-£115 per day
 Year Group: Year 1

About the Role

A warm and community-focused Lambeth primary school near Herne Hill Station is looking for a committed Teaching Assistant to join their KS1 team in January, with trials taking place immediately.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support a Year 1 class through a mix of whole-class help, phonics sessions, small-group intervention work, and occasional one-to-one support for pupils who need an extra boost with early reading and writing. The class is described as friendly, energetic, and keen to learn, with a supportive teacher who values initiative and patience.

The Ideal Candidate

The school hopes to recruit a Teaching Assistant who:

Has experience in KS1 or working with early literacy

Is confident delivering phonics, early writing, and number work

Can build positive relationships with young learners

Is proactive and comfortable following clear routines

Brings enthusiasm and a calm, warm presence to the classroom

Graduates (Education, Psychology, English, Early Childhood Studies) are especially encouraged to apply, though strong school-based experience is equally valued.

What the School Offers

Supportive KS1 phase team and daily mentoring

Opportunities to lead phonics groups once trained

A welcoming, nurturing school culture with strong behaviour systems

Modern resources and access to CPD focused on early literacy

If you are a caring, motivated Teaching Assistant ready to make a meaningful difference in a Lambeth primary school this January, apply now to secure your trial.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07

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