Teaching Assistant

Experienced Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools (Waltham Forest)

Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Supply
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (flexible days available)
Location: Waltham Forest, North-East London

Primary schools throughout Waltham Forest are preparing for January 2026 and are looking to secure experienced Teaching Assistants to support their classrooms on a flexible supply basis. This role offers the chance to step into a variety of school settings, provide valuable classroom support, and choose work patterns that suit your availability and lifestyle. 

About the Role: Teaching Assistant

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Provide 1:1, small group or general classroom support
• Assist teachers with behaviour management and daily routines
• Support pupils with additional needs when required
• Help maintain a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment
• Adhere to safeguarding, behaviour and school policies 

The Ideal Candidate

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification preferred
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a UK primary school is essential
• SEN experience is desirable but not essential
• Confident in managing behaviour and supporting learning
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Adaptable and comfortable working across different year groups
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) 

Benefits of Working on Supply

• Flexible working – choose the days that fit around your commitments
• Improved work–life balance – ideal for those seeking flexibility
• Varied experience – work across multiple schools and year groups
• Opportunities for long-term placements – supply can lead to extended roles
• Professional development through varied classroom exposure

 Why Work with Clarus Education

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
• Dedicated consultant offering continuous support
• DBS assistance and guidance
• £150 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus for support staff 

To apply for this Teaching Assistant role, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Teaching Assistant role now and will be interviewing ASAP. 

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Teaching Assistant role, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Teaching Assistant role candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This Teaching Assistant role post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

Apply for this Teaching Assistant role opportunity by sending your CV to Jo at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Teaching Assistant role within 48 hours. 

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