Classroom Assistant

JobsinED Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Islington is seeking a high-achieving graduate for the Classroom Assistant role. This position offers the chance to significantly impact student success while gaining essential classroom experience. Ideal candidates should be dynamic and passionate, with a strong desire to pursue careers in education or psychology. The role provides a supportive environment with access to expert mentoring and progression opportunities including PGCE sponsorship. Competitive salary of approximately £29,000 pro-rata.

Benefits

Access to CPD coaches

Real progression opportunities

Supportive learning environment

Qualifications

• High-achieving graduate aiming for a career in education, psychology, or SEN.
• Dynamic, passionate, and committed team player.
• Exceptionally organised and proactive—ready for school-wide impact.

Responsibilities

• Deliver academic support as a Classroom Assistant.
• Collaborate with teachers to support students of all abilities.
• Support SEN pupils to maximise access and participation.

Skills

Natural communicator

Passionate team player

Organised and proactive

Education

Graduate in education, psychology, or SEN

Job description

Classroom Assistant – Graduate Pathway, Islington’s Premier School

Embark on your journey as a Classroom Assistant in one of Islington’s most future-focused schools—where your ambition will have an immediate, life‑changing impact. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in student success, supporting dynamic classrooms and learning first‑hand from educational innovators. We are looking for exceptional high‑achieving graduates driven by a desire to inspire, nurture and excel. If you’re aiming to become a teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist, this Classroom Assistant role is your springboard.

Step into an outstandingly supportive environment, rich in opportunity and innovation. As a Classroom Assistant, you’ll gain elite classroom experience in a school rated Good to Outstanding, surrounded by expert educators and student‑focused leadership. Training, mentoring, and fast‑tracked CPD are embedded in daily school life. You’ll be supported to grow quickly, developing key skills that will set you apart for PGCE, Educational Psychology, or SEN pathways.

Key Highlights:

• Classroom Assistant – Core role in student progress and wellbeing
• Approx. £29,000 pro‑rata – highly competitive for support staff
• Heart of Islington – innovative, community‑connected location
• School rated Good to Outstanding – vibrant, aspirational culture
• Accelerated CPD, expert mentoring, and clear progression scaffolds
• Unmatched foundation for aspiring teachers, psychologists, SEN professionals
• Well‑resourced classrooms: smart tech, specialist SEN spaces, sensory rooms

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Delivering targeted one‑to‑one and small‑group academic support as a Classroom Assistant
• Partnering with class teachers to scaffold learning for students of all abilities
• Supporting SEN pupils to maximise access and participation in every lesson
• Collaborating with teachers and SENDCO to design adaptive resources
• Modelling positive behaviour, inclusion, and resilience at all times
• Recording and reporting on student progress to support learning plans

Ideal Classroom Assistant for this Islington School:

• High‑achieving graduate aiming for a career in education, psychology, or SEN
• Dynamic, passionate, and committed team player
• Natural communicator with drive, initiative, and compassion
• Exceptionally organised and proactive—ready for school‑wide impact
• Relentless curiosity and desire to learn from outstanding practitioners

Why Join This Islington School?

• Trailblazing track record of developing future educators and psychologists
• Warm, diverse, and inclusive community where every person is valued
• Access to Ofsted‑rated Outstanding mentors and CPD coaches
• Modern learning environments, innovative curriculum, and specialist SEND provision
• Real progression opportunities: PGCE sponsorship, references, career advancement

If you’re ready to shape the lives of young people and accelerate your pathway into teaching or psychology, apply now for this Classroom Assistant role in Islington—interviews are filling fast for life‑changing September starts.