Posted 23 July, 2026
Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant
Ribbons and Reeves Limited
London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant | Lewisham | SeptemberAre you an ambitious graduate looking to support primary pupils in reaching age-related expectations while gaining valuable classroom experience before teacher training? This Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant opportunity in Lewisham offers the chance to work within a successful primary school committed to ensuring every child fulfils their academic potential.This Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant role focuses on delivering targeted literacy and numeracy interventions to pupils requiring additional support. Working alongside experienced class teachers and inclusion staff, you'll help close attainment gaps, build pupil confidence and celebrate individual progress.The school believes early intervention plays a vital role in long-term academic success, providing structured support programmes that enable pupils to thrive throughout Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.Full Academic Year | £500£550 per weekWhat the school can offer a Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant: Opportunities to lead structured literacy and numeracy intervention groupsExperience across both KS1 and KS2 classroomsWeekly mentoring from experienced primary practitionersTraining in phonics, guided reading and adaptive teachingExposure to pupil assessment and progress trackingExcellent preparation for Primary PGCE and Schools Direct routesA supportive environment where graduate development is prioritisedYour responsibilities will include: Delivering targeted interventions in English and MathsSupporting pupils working below age-related expectationsWorking alongside teachers to adapt classroom activitiesEncouraging confidence, resilience and independent learningRecording intervention outcomes and pupil progressSupporting whole-class learning where requiredThe successful Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant will: Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degreeHave excellent literacy and numeracy skillsBe patient, encouraging and organisedBuild strong relationships with younger learnersHave aspirations of becoming a Primary TeacherIf you are looking for a Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant role where you can have a direct impact on pupil achievement while preparing for a career in teaching, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity from September 2026.Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this 'Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant' role, in Lewisham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search 'Ribbons & Reeves' . We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant role.Primary Intervention Teaching Assistant | Lewisham | September | INDSUPTPBN1_UKTJ
