Bilingual Teaching Assistant (1 position) - Shaftesbury Park Primary School

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An award-winning school is seeking a bilingual teaching assistant to support children in their educational journey. This role requires fluency in both French and English, along with a passion for working with children. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive team, dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to safeguarding, this position offers a rewarding experience in a vibrant school community. If you are enthusiastic about helping children achieve their best, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Supportive team

Thorough induction process

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fluency in both French and English is essential.
• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in ensuring high expectations for all children.
• Develop an understanding of the educational and social needs of children.

Skills

Fluent in French

Fluent in English

Good communication skills

Experience with special educational needs

Ability to develop positive relationships with children

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Bilingual Teaching Assistant (1 position) - Shaftesbury Park Primary School

About Us

25 hours per week
Event-linked
To start September 2025

Shaftesbury Park Primary School is an award-winning, Rights Respecting State School in Battersea and the first school in the UK to be awarded the prestigious LabelfrancEducation quality seal, granted to schools outside France with 'French
Bilingual Sections of extremely high quality'. We are looking for a bilingual teaching assistant (English/French) who will play a key role in supporting the class teacher in ensuring that all children have high expectations of themselves and achieve well. They will also be committed to putting the child’s well-being first and be interested in supporting vulnerable pupils.

You will:

• Be fluent in French and English.
• Enjoy working with children and be able to develop positive relationships with them.
• Develop an understanding of the educational, welfare, and social needs of the children being supported.
• Have experience supporting groups of children across the ability range.
• Have relevant training in supporting children with special educational needs in the classroom setting.
• Stay calm and objective when faced with unusual or challenging behavior.
• Be enthusiastic and committed to teamwork.
• Have good communication skills.
• Be flexible regarding other classroom work.

We offer

• A supportive team of staff.
• A thorough induction process.
• Access to excellent professional development opportunities.

An Application Form, Job Description, and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Candidates are advised to submit applications early to avoid disappointment, as we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date.

Closing date: 21st May 2025 (at noon)
Interviews: From 2nd June 2025 onwards

Safeguarding Notice

Shaftesbury Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, online searches, references, and, where applicable, prohibition from teaching/management checks.

As this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020, shortlisted candidates will also be required to disclose relevant criminal history.

Shaftesbury Park Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students. All staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all.