Teaching Assistant

Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy, London, NW2 7LL

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  3 August 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  16 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £24,989.90 - £26,376.03 Annually (Actual) SCP 2 -6 including inner London allowance

Teaching Assistant job summary

Job Title: Primary support role

E-ACT Braintcroft Academy | Success in everything we do!

Success is at the heart of everything we do at E-ACT Braintcroft Academy. Through a combination of high standards, dedicated teaching, and a supportive community, we inspire our students to excel in academics and beyond.

Experience the journey to success with us: https://braintcroftacademy.e-act.org.uk

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

Braintcroft Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our committed team. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential and who can contribute positively to our inclusive and nurturing learning environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and pupils across the school, helping to deliver high-quality learning experiences while promoting the wellbeing, confidence and development of every child.

Key responsibilities:

• Support pupils' learning in the classroom by working with individuals and small groups under the direction of the Class Teacher.
• Provide targeted support to pupils including those with additional needs or special educational needs, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and access to learning.
• Help pupils to understand instructions, develop independence and engage positively with learning activities.
• Assist in the implementation of individual education, behaviour and personal care plans following guidance from teaching staff.
• Support the teacher in creating a purposeful, engaging and well-managed learning environment.

Pay range:

• NJC 2 -6 - £24,989.90 - £26,376.03 including inner London allowance
• FTE - £28,413.00 - £29,989.00 including inner London allowance
• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Teaching Assistant Level 1 qualification or relevant experience
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and small groups of pupils
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Ability to support pupils with a range of needs, including those with SEND

What are we about?

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk  

Benefits: 

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 661 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/braintcroft-e-act-primary-academy

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