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Reception Teaching Assistants (1:1 and General Support) - Primary School - Elephant and Castle
Location: Elephant and Castle, South London
Start Date: Immediate and September 2025 starts available
Position Type: Full-Time (Term Time Only)
Salary: £85-£100 per day (depending on experience)
Agency: Veritas Education Recruitment
A welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Elephant and Castle is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their Reception team. We are recruiting for both 1:1 support roles and general classroom assistance, offering a rewarding opportunity to support early years learners at a vital stage in their development.
This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with young children and committed to helping them thrive in a nurturing, play-based learning environment.
The Role:
Support pupils in the Reception class with both learning and social development
Provide dedicated 1:1 support for children with additional needs, including speech and language or social communication difficulties
Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and interactive lessons
Help prepare classroom materials and maintain a stimulating learning space
Encourage positive behaviour and build trusting relationships with pupilsWhat We're Looking For:
Experience working with children in an early years or primary setting (EYFS experience is a strong advantage)
A caring, patient, and proactive approach to supporting young learners
Knowledge of early childhood development and the EYFS framework (preferred)
Strong teamwork and communication skills
A genuine interest in pursuing a career in educationWhat We Offer:
A full-time, long-term role in a supportive and well-resourced Reception class
Opportunities to work closely with experienced early years educators
Access to ongoing training and CPD through Veritas Education
A dedicated consultant to support your journey every step of the wayIf you are passionate about making a difference in the early years and would love to be part of a committed and caring school team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV now or call Veritas on (phone number removed).
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
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