Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

What We Are Looking For

• Experience of working with children, ideally in a primary school setting
• An understanding of SEND and strategies to support a range of needs
• A commitment to supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged learners
• A desire to learn and develop professionally as part of a high-performing team
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom, working closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning
• Provide targeted support for children with SEND, including those with complex needs
• Deliver interventions and support individual provision
• Promote inclusion, positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Supervision of children, including at break, lunchtimes, and during wider school activities

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• A caring, welcoming and inclusive school community
• A diverse and creative setting in the heart of Tower Hamlets
• A supportive and experienced staff team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A chance to make a lasting impact on children’s lives

Further details about the role

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be committed to the progress and achievement of every child, including those with high levels of need
• Demonstrate a strong belief in inclusion and equality of opportunity
• Have a passion to build belonging in every child
• Show patience, resilience and kindness in supporting children to overcome barriers and achieve
• Be proactive, flexible and willing to take initiative in a busy school environment
• Work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with staff

Commitment to safeguarding

Lansbury Lawrence Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS clearance. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a comprehensive screening process, including a disclosure check, will be undertaken on all applicants.