Primary Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures is currently recruiting a committed Primary Teaching Assistant to become part of a welcoming school setting located within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames area.

This vital support position involves specialising in the academic and developmental needs of young students, predominantly within Early Years (EYFS) or Key Stage 1 (KS1). We are dedicated to placing staff into consistent, ongoing positions that often progress into permanent contracts. To ensure a smooth recruitment process, we frequently use short paid working interviews instead of formal interviews to confirm mutual suitability.

• Delivering essential one-to-one and small group support to primary-aged pupils.

• Actively promoting positive behaviour and nurturing social skills.

• Contributing to the enhancement of pupil engagement and self-confidence.

• Engaging in a proactive collaboration with class teachers regarding learning objectives and tracking student progress.

• Mandatory prior experience working as a Primary Teaching Assistant is required.

• Proven background supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage or Key Stage 1.

• Possessing a naturally supportive and encouraging demeanour when mentoring young pupils.

• Excellent capacity to establish quick rapport with children, colleagues, and parents.

• Secure, long-term employment with a clear pathway to a school-based permanent role.

• Personalised support from a specialist, dedicated consultant.

• Opportunity for complimentary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions (e.g., training on Safeguarding or Phonics Intervention).

• The option for a paid working interview in place of a conventional interview process.

1. Send your CV for review.

2. Have an initial discussion with Jack at Long Term Futures.

3. Finalise necessary compliance checks (including Right to Work, DBS, and professional references).

4. Complete a short video interview focused on safeguarding best practice.

5. Attend a school trial day or formal interview to meet the staff.

6. Upon a successful outcome, you begin your new assignment!

Keen to learn more about this position or other local vacancies? Please reach out directly to Jack at Long Term Futures to discuss Primary Teaching Assistant roles and other teaching opportunities currently available in Kingston and the surrounding areas.

Primary Teaching Assistant Commutable Areas: (Via Public Transport and Car) Surbiton, New Malden, Richmond, Twickenham, Hampton, Leatherhead, and Esher.

To be considered for a trial day, all candidates must provide an up-to-date DBS certificate and two professional references.