As & When Teaching Assistant

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery in London is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support teaching and learning in the classroom. You will help deliver lessons, support individuals and small groups, and assist with behaviour management and routines.

You will contribute to creating a positive, inclusive environment where all pupils can thrive, work under the guidance of the class teacher, and communicate effectively with pupils, staff and parents. A DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Assist with delivery of lessons under supervision.
• Support individuals and small groups, including pupils with additional needs.
• Prepare learning materials and support assessment and feedback.
• Maintain classroom behaviour and routines.
• Excellent spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of lessons under supervision.
• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and routines.
• Support pupils with additional needs by adapting resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Team player

Job description

Our school is highly regarded in the local community and we pride ourselves in the family atmosphere created by the pupils, staff, parents, parishioners and governors.

As a member of our team, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning within the classroom, helping to create a positive and inclusive environment where all pupils can thrive. This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic, patient, and committed to making a difference in children’s education.

Working under the guidance of the class teacher and the leadership team, you will assist with the delivery of lessons, provide targeted support to individuals and small groups, and help manage classroom behaviour and routines. You may also support pupils with additional needs, adapting resources and approaches to ensure every child can access the curriculum.

Your responsibilities will include preparing learning materials, supporting assessment and feedback, and contributing to the overall care and well-being of pupils. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents are essential.

This is a rewarding and varied role that offers the opportunity to develop your skills and experience while making a meaningful contribution to the school community.

The successful candidate will have a high standard of spoken and written English.

They will be patient, caring, creative and motivated and will be able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.

We can offer:

• A caring and happy learning environment inspired by our strong Catholic ethos.
• Happy, friendly and dedicated colleagues.
• A provider of outstanding Catholic education (CSI Oct 25)
• Children who have a love of learning and a highly motivated staff team.
• Highest expectations and outstanding behaviour.
• Support with, and a commitment to, professional development.
• A wonderful working environment with positive links with parents, the parish and local community

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and health checks are required for the successful applicant. We will also conduct an online search as part of our due diligence checks to help identify any issues which are publicly available online.