KS3 Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Richmond seeks a KS3 Teaching Assistant to support student learning. This role offers a dynamic environment, with an emphasis on inclusion and development. The ideal candidate is a first-class graduate passionate about teaching, psychology, or SEND. With a competitive salary of around £30,000 pro-rata, this position provides significant opportunities for professional growth. Applicants should be committed and resourceful, eager to contribute to a supportive school culture.

Benefits

Competitive and rewarding package

Direct access to exceptional teacher mentors

Regular CPD and leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• High-calibre graduate ready to break into teaching, psychology, or SEND.
• Passionate about student progress and wellbeing.
• Reflective, coachable, and eager to pursue further training.

Responsibilities

• Support KS3 classes and deliver targeted interventions.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with diverse learners.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and school leaders.
• Prepare engaging resources and adapt materials.

Skills

Ambition for teaching

Passion for equity and inclusion

Effective communication

Resilience

Resourcefulness

Education

First-class graduate

Job description

KS3 Teaching Assistant – Fast-Track Your Career in Richmond’s Best

Are you a high-calibre graduate ready to break into education, psychology, or SEND? This is your chance to shape lives as a KS3 Teaching Assistant in a top-performing Ricmond school. You’ll champion students, ignite aspirations, and gain the in-depth, career-defining experience that elite employers value. We’re seeking ambitious, compassionate, and forward-thinking future leaders who are ready to make an immediate impact.

Key Highlights:

• KS3 Teaching Assistant role in a dynamic, high-achieving setting
• Circa £30,000 Pro-rata, competitive and rewarding package
• Prime Ricmond location, vibrant and accessible community
• Ofsted “Good to Outstanding” rated – exceptional reputation
• Unrivalled CPD, career coaching, and progression into teaching or SEN
• Purpose-built learning spaces with top-tier technology
• Tailored for high-achieving graduates: future teachers, psychologists, SEN specialists

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting KS3 classes—delivering targeted interventions and unlocking student progress
• Working 1:1 and in small groups with students with varied learning needs
• Collaborating daily with experienced teachers, SENCOs, and school leaders
• Contributing insightfully to behaviour, progress, and enrichment initiatives
• Preparing engaging learning resources and adapting materials for differentiation
• Championing inclusion, wellbeing, and student voice throughout the key stage

Ideal KS3 Teaching Assistant for this Ricmond School:

• First-class graduate, with ambition for teaching, psychology, or SEND
• Articulate, resilient, and exceptionally driven
• Passionate about equity, inclusion, and student progress
• Reflective, coachable, and eager to pursue further training
• Energetic, resourceful, and fully committed to school values

Why Join This Ricmond School?:

• Direct access to exceptional teacher mentors and SEN professionals
• Proven pathways into PGCE, Schools Direct, or EduPsych careers
• Warm, collaborative, and respectful staff culture
• Renowned for student behaviour, high achievement, and innovation
• Impeccable facilities: sensory rooms, STEM labs, extensive resources
• Regular CPD, peer learning, and leadership opportunities

Make your first career step count. This KS3 Teaching Assistant role in Ricmond is the springboard to specialist teaching and psychology careers. If you’re hungry to help shape young minds in a celebrated school, apply today—places fill fast at this level.