Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Southwark, London |
| Area | South East London, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Key Stage 1 |
| Salary | £1900 - £2100 per month |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | LM4532_1756826948 |
| Job Views | 72 |
- Description
Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant (Primary)
- Start Date: September 2025
- Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
- Location: Southwark, South East London
- Salary: £95- £115
Veritas Education is working closely with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Southwark, South East London, to recruit an experienced and resilient Teaching Assistant to support pupils with challenging behaviour and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, starting September 2025.
This is a vital role within the school, working directly with pupils who need consistent, firm, and compassionate behaviour support. The successful candidate will need to remain calm under pressure, be proactive in de-escalation techniques, and be committed to helping every child succeed.
The Teaching Assistant Will Have:
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
Substantial experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and/or SEMH
A strong background in behaviour management strategies
Experience working with children with autism, ADHD, or attachment-related difficulties
A calm, consistent, and patient approach to working with vulnerable children
Excellent communication, resilience, and teamwork skills
Key Teaching Assistant Responsibilities Include:
Providing consistent, one-to-one support to pupils with challenging behaviour
Implementing behaviour support plans and working closely with the SENCo and pastoral team
Supporting children in and out of the classroom to help them engage with learning
Assisting the teacher in maintaining a structured and positive classroom environment
Helping pupils to develop emotional regulation, self-esteem, and social skills
Why Work With This School?
Supportive and experienced staff team with a strong pastoral focus
Regular training in behaviour management and therapeutic approaches
A nurturing and structured environment with a clear behaviour policy
Convenient transport links and a strong, inclusive school community
How to Apply:
If you are a committed Teaching Assistant with proven experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Veritas Education for more information at 020 3026 6150.
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
