Year 5 Teaching Assistant

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – Springboard to Educational Excellence

Launch your education career in style as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant in an acclaimed Merton primary school! This is the platform where high-potential graduates, aspiring educators, and future psychologists shape futures, inspire eager young minds, and experience the thrill of real classroom impact from day one. Secure your seat at the table where passion and ambition flourish and every day is another step towards a career in teaching, psychology, or SEN.
Step into a vibrant, achievement-packed environment where exceptional mentoring meets your drive to excel. As a Year 5 Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside some of the borough’s most innovative educators, while immersing yourself in cutting-edge teaching strategies and an unrivalled support culture. Surrounded by first-class resources and opportunities for rapid growth, you’ll maximise both your skills and your CV – all within a school celebrated for its Good to Outstanding Ofsted standards and investment in future leaders.
Key Highlights:

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – career-defining support staff role
Between £100 - £115 Per Day – market-leading daily rate
Located in the heart of vibrant Merton – easy commute, community spirit
Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – relentless focus on progress and behaviour
Unparalleled CPD, tailored progression, and support for ambitious graduates
Ideal launching pad for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, and SEN specialists
Exceptional facilities, inclusive ethos, and a team dedicated to pupil success

What You'll Be Doing:

Supporting Year 5 teachers in delivering dynamic, engaging lessons
Leading group literacy and numeracy sessions for accelerated pupil progress
Mentoring individual pupils and developing tailored intervention strategies
Collaborating on creative projects and whole-class activities
Observing, documenting, and reflecting on pupil development in a supportive setting

Ideal "Year 5 Teaching Assistant" for this Merton School:

High-achieving graduate (2:1 or above in any discipline)
Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN professional hungry for classroom impact
Ambitious, resilient, and driven to exceed expectations
Empathetic, collaborative, and a natural role model for children
Brimming with passion for education and a commitment to personal excellence

Why Join This Merton School?:

Dynamic staff team with proven leaders and inspiring mentors
Accelerated training for top-performing Year 5 Teaching Assistant talent
Friendly, inclusive, and ambitious school community
Outstanding behaviour and a culture of mutual respect
Comprehensive induction, continuous CPD, and routes into teaching or SEN

How to Apply

Don’t miss your chance—secure your spot as Year 5 Teaching Assistant in Merton now! Submit your application straight away as we’re setting up interviews immediately and keen to welcome new talent without delay. If you’re ready to make an impact, act fast, as this opportunity will be filled quickly.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!