Junior School Teaching Assistant

North London Collegiate School; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support Staff Pension

Free lunches during term time

Season ticket loan

Employee Assistant Programme

Free use of swimming pool and fitness

Cycle to Work

Eye Care Scheme

Fee remission

Job summary

North London Collegiate School in London is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2026, supporting pupils in Key Stage 1 and helping to create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

The successful candidate will have experience with primary-aged children, a sound understanding of the primary curriculum, and the flexibility, commitment and willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Qualifications

• Experience with primary-aged children
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum
• Flexibility and commitment to school life

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within Key Stage 1 and across year groups as needed
• Assist in creating a positive, engaging learning environment

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis from September 2026. Initially, the role will involve supporting pupils within Key Stage 1, helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment in which all children can thrive.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis from September 2026.

The successful candidate will have experience working with primary-aged children and will be confident supporting pupils across all year groups. They will possess a good understanding of the primary curriculum and the role of a Teaching Assistant both within and beyond the classroom. Flexibility, commitment, and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school are essential qualities for this position.

Working Full Time 8.15am - 4.00pm daily

Term time only, plus 5 INSET days and 3 days to be worked in the holidays

FTE Salary £28,517 - 31,477. Actual pro rated salary £22,289 - £24,603, A positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school where excellent relationships between staff and students are the norm, expectations are high and students perform very well as a consequence.

The opportunity to develop professionally; improve and extend your knowledge; develop skills and experience; share outstanding and innovative practice; and contribute to the development of a challenging and supportive learning environment.

A strong supportive leadership team that prioritises student and staff health and well-being.

Other benefits include membership of the Support Staff Pension Scheme, free lunches during term time, season ticket loan, Employee Assistant Programme, free use of the swimming pool and fitness suite, Cycle to Work and Eye Care Schemes, and fee remission.