Achievement Support Assistant

Neasden Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Neasden Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic Achievement Support Assistant to join our dedicated team on a fixed term maternity cover. This role supports learning, pastoral care and pupils' progress within a primary setting.

The successful candidate may have experience as a teaching assistant or be new to the role, with opportunities to develop skills in planning, assessment and behaviour support. The post is 5.5 hours per week, term-time only, starting January 5, 2027.

Qualifications

• Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and safeguarding codes
• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning
• Ability to interact with courtesy, tact and diplomacy
• Ability to establish professional working relationships with colleagues and pupils

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning and recording pupils’ progress
• Support individuals and small groups to accelerate learning
• Support emotional, behavioural and pastoral needs of pupils and ensure safety
• Assist with Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
• Encourage pupils to become independent learners

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

ICT for teaching

Professional relationships

Courtesy and diplomacy

Job description

ACHIEVEMENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT – MATERNITY COVER
NEASDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Grade & Scale point: 4, SCP 5-7
Salary: £26,428 - £27,274 FTE, £3,295 - £3,400 Actual, £13.70 - £14.14/hr
Hours of work: 5.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 3pm (1 day - to be discussed at interview)
Contract: Permanent, Term time only (190 days)
Start date: Tuesday 5 January 2027

Neasden Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Achievement Support Assistant to join our dedicated and successful team on a fixed term basis.

We welcome applications from both experienced Teaching Assistants and those who are new to the role. This is also an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to gain valuable experience in a primary school setting, particularly if you are considering a future career in teaching.

As part of Humber Education Trust, Neasden Primary School is committed to a shared vision rooted in high aspirations, strong moral values, and a culture of care and support—while still celebrating the uniqueness of each of our schools. If you believe in the potential of the children of Hull, are passionate about our community, and want to make a meaningful difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning and assists in the recording of pupils’ progress
• Support individual and small groups of children in the curriculum, to accelerate their learning
• Support the emotional, behavioural and pastoral needs of all pupils, including children with additional needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
• Encourages pupils to develop as independent learners with a thirst for learning

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding
• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning
• Ability to interact well using courtesy, tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people

If you believe in the children in Hull, are passionate about our community and truly want to make a difference then we would love to hear from you.

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our trust-wide teacher development programmes and communities of practice.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

Visits to the school are encouraged, please ring to make an appointment.

If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Courtney Thickett, HR Administrator, at Neasden Primary School.

As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search and required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record.

Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Friday 30 October 2026

Interview date: w/c 2 November 2026