Year 5 Teaching Assistant

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – Launch Your Education Career in Croydon’s Top School

Step into a dynamic Year 5 Teaching Assistant role in Croydon, where you’ll spark curiosity, nurture confidence, and make a significant difference to pupils on their crucial KS2 journey. This is a high-impact post for ambitious graduates or aspiring educators who are hungry to shape young minds while accelerating their own professional growth within a forward-thinking, inclusive school.
As a Year 5 Teaching Assistant, you’ll be immersed in a vibrant, high-achieving classroom, gaining unrivalled hands-on experience and insight into primary education. This Croydon school is celebrated for its supportive ethos, superb behaviour, and commitment to professional development. You’ll be inspired by expert mentors and become an integral part of a team dedicated to nurturing every child’s potential through innovative learning.
Key Highlights:

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – hands-on, fast-paced KS2 role
£105 - £110 Per Day – exceptional daily rate for high-flyers
Situated in Croydon with excellent transport links
Ofsted: Consistently ‘Good’ with Outstanding features
A launchpad for future teachers, psychologists & SEN specialists
High-spec classroom resources, creative outdoor learning spaces
Accelerated CPD, observation opportunities & guided progression

What You'll Be Doing:

Delivering tailored academic and emotional support to a lively Year 5 cohort
Collaborating closely with the class teacher to plan and refine engaging lessons
Leading targeted interventions for literacy and numeracy
Supporting children with additional learning needs or EAL
Encouraging social development and positive behaviour daily
Tracking pupil progress and feeding back insights to the teaching team

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

First-class graduate with a genuine passion for education
Aspiring primary teacher, psychologist, or SEN professional
Confident communicator, resilient, with unwavering positivity
Exceptionally organised and able to think on their feet
Eager to embrace challenges and go above and beyond for pupils
Committed to inclusive practice and safeguarding at all times

Why Join This Croydon School?:

Engaged leadership team invested in your growth as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant
Lively, respectful pupils with outstanding attitudes to learning
Extensive training, mentoring, and qualification pathways
Creative curriculum with rich extracurricular opportunities
A culture of high aspiration, collaboration, and real warmth
A gateway to a rewarding career in education, psychology or SEND

Set your sights on a fulfilling Year 5 Teaching Assistant post that will ignite your passion and expand your horizons. Exceptional candidates will be shortlisted swiftly – apply today to leap ahead in your education career!
How to Apply

Ready to support inspiring young minds as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant in Croydon? SEN school support staff applications are open—move quickly, as interviews are underway and roles can fill without notice. Don’t hesitate—submit your application today and make your next career move count!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!