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Teaching Assistant

  • Location:

    Tower Hamlets

  • Sector:

    Primary Support , SEN Support

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £95 - £115 per day

  • Contact:

    Cian Kelly

  • Contact email:

    cian@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    CK21235_1767803917

  • Published:

    1 day ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-02-06

  • Start date:

    26/01/2026

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

Teaching Assistant - Tower Hamlets

Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets (near Bromley-by-Bow Station)
Start Date: 26 January 2026 | Trialling ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £90-£115 per day
Year Group: Year 5
Support Type: In-class support and targeted interventions


About the Role

A friendly and well-organised Tower Hamlets primary school near Bromley-by-Bow Station is looking to appoint a reliable Teaching Assistant to join their upper KS2 team from 26 January. The school has clear routines, positive behaviour expectations, and a strong focus on pupil progress.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support a Year 5 class during core subjects, run small-group literacy and maths interventions, and provide additional guidance to pupils who need help staying focused and organised. The role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with older primary pupils and contributing to a structured learning environment.


The Ideal Candidate

The school is keen to recruit a Teaching Assistant who:

  • Has experience supporting KS2 pupils

  • Is confident leading small groups and intervention work

  • Can follow lesson plans and adapt tasks when needed

  • Brings a calm, consistent and positive approach

  • Works effectively as part of a collaborative staff team

Graduates in Education, Psychology, English, Maths or Social Sciences are encouraged to apply, though relevant classroom experience is equally valued.


What the School Offers

  • Supportive leadership and clear expectations

  • Guidance from an experienced Year 5 teacher and SENCo

  • Access to training and professional development

  • A welcoming school culture with strong teamwork


If you're a committed Teaching Assistant looking for a January start in a Tower Hamlets primary school, apply today to arrange an ASAP 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%