Primary Teaching Assistant

Posted 18 December 2025
Salary £444 - £513 per week, Benefits: Primary Teaching Assistant in Tower Hamlets - Ideal for a recent graduate
LocationGreenwich
Job type Contract
Discipline Support
ReferenceV-113762

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets (SEN, Autism, ADHD & Behaviour Support)

Are you a graduate with a minimum 2:1 degree looking to gain SEN and behaviour experience in a primary school setting? We are recruiting multiple Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets roles across inclusive schools, where you will support pupils with autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH needs.

As a Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets, you will work one-to-one with pupils, provide small group support, and implement strategies set by the SENCO and class teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates aspiring to careers in educational psychology, child development, clinical psychology, teaching, or therapy.

What We Offer for a Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets: £95–105 per day (PAYE), supportive and inclusive primary schools, behaviour and SEN-specific training, hands-on experience with autism, ADHD and SEMH pupils, and clear progression into teacher training, psychology or therapy routes.

What We’re Looking For in a Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets: Graduate with a 2:1 degree (Psychology, Education or related preferred), previous experience with children or young people (youth work, tutoring, volunteering or mentoring all valued), patience, resilience and strong communication skills, plus a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.

The Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets role will see you helping children regulate their emotions, encouraging positive behaviour, and giving targeted academic and social support. By working closely with teachers and SEN specialists, you’ll gain invaluable experience with SEN and behaviour that will set you apart in future applications.

Contact Tyler Adams at Ribbons & Reeves to discuss the Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets opportunities available.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in placing graduates into long-term and permanent education roles, including this Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets position.

Primary Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets – INDCLASS