Year 5 Teaching Assistant

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – Propel Ambition in an Inspiring Lewisham School

Step into a pivotal Year 5 Teaching Assistant role in Lewisham and spark meaningful change in the lives of ambitious young learners every day. This is an unrivalled chance for high-achieving graduates, aspiring teachers, psychologists, or SEN specialists to thrive, driving progress and building essential skills for an outstanding future in education. If you’re energised by purposeful work and determined to leave a lasting mark, this Year 5 Teaching Assistant opportunity was created for you.
This exceptional Lewisham primary offers an enriching journey for every Year 5 Teaching Assistant—combining a vibrant, collaborative ethos with immersive, hands-on classroom experience. With access to state-of-the-art technology, tailored CPD, and an award-winning SEND team, you’ll grow faster and further than anywhere else. Become the trusted figure children look up to as you surround yourself with passionate practitioners and a leadership team that champions creativity, ambition, and continuous achievement.
Key Highlights:

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – integral classroom role supporting KS2 progress
£105 - £115 Per Day – competitive daily rate for true impact
Based in the heart of Lewisham – easy connections and a thriving local community
School graded Good by Ofsted, rapidly progressing towards Outstanding
First-rate CPD, mentoring, and career pathway support for graduates
Ideal for future teachers, psychologists, or SEN professionals seeking a foundation
Modern resources: digital platforms, dedicated SEND spaces, high-tech classrooms

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting class teacher to deliver high-quality lessons to Year 5 pupils
Leading targeted interventions for literacy and numeracy with small groups
Adapting classroom resources for pupils with additional needs, including SEN
Building trusted relationships with learners—motivating, coaching, inspiring progress
Delivering feedback to teachers and parents, tracking academic and social milestones
Creating a positive, inclusive environment where every child feels valued

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

Achieved a minimum of a 2:1 degree from a leading university
Determined, committed aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist
Brimming with initiative, ambition, and a genuine zeal for children’s learning
Relishes responsibility, high expectations, and dynamic environments
Proven aptitude for communication, empathy, and building pupil trust

Why Join This Lewisham School?:

Unmatched support from senior leadership and expert class teachers
Induction and tailored CPD built around your future career goals
Inclusive ethos—diverse, creative, and student-centred environment
“Good” Ofsted culture—behaviour, parent partnership, and teamwork praised
Pathways to teacher training and permanent employment post-placement

Fuel your educational journey as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant in this remarkable Lewisham primary. Take the opportunity to accelerate your growth and genuinely transform young lives—applications are reviewed daily; secure your next chapter now.
How to Apply

Ready to step into a pivotal support role in Lewisham? We’re hiring a Year 5 Teaching Assistant and keen to move quickly—if you’re passionate about making a difference in primary classrooms, send your application now. Opportunities like this get snapped up fast: interviews are already underway!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!