Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Watford

Salary: £85 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Long Term
Start Date: September 2025

We are currently working with a well-regarded junior school in Watford that is passionate about delivering high-quality education in a supportive, inclusive environment. The school is known for its strong community ethos, focus on well-being, and commitment to helping every child reach their potential.

They are now looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and wants to make a positive impact in the classroom.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 2. You’ll work closely with class teachers and other support staff to help pupils access the curriculum, build confidence, and thrive both socially and academically.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the delivery of engaging and accessible lessons

• Providing targeted support to individual pupils and small groups

• Assisting with classroom organisation and resource preparation

• Encouraging positive behaviour and pupil participation

• Helping to monitor progress and feeding back to teachers

• Contributing to a warm, inclusive, and safe classroom environment

• Participating in training, staff meetings, and school events

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A calm, patient, and proactive approach

• An interest in supporting children’s learning and well-being

• Basic understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum is a plus

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

What the School Offers:

• A welcoming and collaborative staff team

• Well-resourced classrooms and a strong focus on pupil development

• A broad range of extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities

• Ongoing CPD and professional support

• A positive culture that values staff contributions

• Excellent local transport links and on-site parking

How to Apply:
To apply, please visit our website at (url removed) or click the ‘apply now’ button.
For further information, please contact Mitchell Winn on (phone number removed).

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk offers a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for referring a teacher or teaching assistant.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment Standards.