Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Teaching Assistant – Camden, North London
Start date: November 2026
Duration: End of Autumn Term, with strong potential for extension
Flexible Supply Work
Competitive Daily Rates

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in primary schools across Camden?

Zest Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Supply Primary Teaching Assistants to support a range of welcoming primary schools in the Camden area. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking flexible work while gaining valuable experience across different year groups and school settings.

The Role

As a Supply Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist with classroom organisation and behaviour management.
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and routines.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, or similar setting.
• Are confident, proactive, and adaptable.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are passionate about supporting children’s learning and development.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Hold a relevant TA qualification (desirable but not essential).

What Zest Education Offers

• Flexible work to suit your schedule.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of primary schools across Camden.
• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• A straightforward registration process.

Safeguarding Statement

Zest Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and compliance with safeguarding procedures in line with current legislation.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Tess at [email removed] or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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