Job description
Teaching Assistant - Year 5 Intervention Support - September 2026 - Haringey Primary SchoolA high-achieving Primary School in Haringey, North London is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their KS2 team from September 2026.
The school is already arranging trial days during the first week back and is keen to appoint an ambitious Teaching Assistant who is passionate about raising attainment through targeted intervention work.
As a Teaching Assistant, your primary focus will be delivering Maths, English and Phonics interventions to Year 5 pupils, helping children consolidate key skills ahead of Year 6. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher, supporting pupils in small groups and ensuring they make strong academic progress throughout the year.
This Teaching Assistant role would suit experienced school support staff, graduates considering teacher training, or Psychology graduates looking to put their academic knowledge into practice within a classroom.
Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
• Delivering targeted Maths interventions as a Teaching Assistant
• Supporting English attainment through structured intervention sessions
• Delivering Phonics support where required as a Teaching Assistant
• Working with small groups of Year 5 pupils
• Monitoring pupil progress alongside the class teacher
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff as a Teaching Assistant
• Supporting pupils to achieve their academic potential as a Teaching Assistant
Why Apply?
• September 2026 start
• Trial days taking place during the first week back
• Long-term opportunity within a supportive Primary School
• Excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers and Psychology graduates
• Friendly and experienced leadership team
• Just a 5-6 minute walk from the nearest train station, making commuting quick and easy
• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
Applicants must have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through us.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%