Love working with kids but need flexibility?
We’re on the lookout for warm, reliable Teaching Assistants to join our bank staff in Lewisham—ready to step in and support local primary schools when needed. From classroom cover to one-to-one support, you’ll be that helpful extra pair of hands schools are always glad to see.
Perfect if you’re an experienced TA wanting flexibility—or exploring a new career path in education.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Supporting pupils and teachers across EYFS, KS1, or KS2
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Providing general classroom help or tailored 1:1 support
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Adapting quickly to new settings with calm and confidence
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Bringing energy, empathy, and a team-first attitude
What You’ll Need:
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Some experience with primary-aged children (school, nursery, clubs, etc.)
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A DBS on the Update Service (or be happy to apply)
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At least 2 days a week availability
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A caring, can-do approach with strong communication skills
Got SEND experience or Thrive training? Fantastic. If not, we’ll provide free training to help you build your skills.
Why Join Protocol?
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Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella company deductions)
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Full diary control—work only when it suits you
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Friendly local consultants who listen and support
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FREE access to CPD including Thrive and behaviour support
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Easy online system to manage availability and bookings
Schools across Lewisham are ready to welcome you—let’s help you find the right fit.
Apply now and let’s get you booked in.
Go get those flexible days! ️
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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