Teaching Assistant

Starcross Primary School; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (LGPS)

Part-time, term-time contract

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Starcross Primary School seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for individual pupils, including those with SEND, and to assist with small groups across a range of abilities and curriculum areas.

You will work closely with the class teacher, build positive relationships with children and staff, and contribute to a safe, caring school environment. The role is part-time and term-time only, with ongoing professional development and a generous LGPS pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience with working with children, particularly those with SEND (desirable).
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Friendly, caring, approachable and patient.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm and supportive presence.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Positive attitude and love of school life.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils, helping them access learning and achieve their goals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people, ensuring personal care needs are met per local and national guidelines.
• Be a caring, approachable adult in the busy heart of school life.

Skills

Child care

SEND experience

Relationship building

Communication

Teamwork

Calm presence

Safeguarding

Positive attitude

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role involves working closely with the class teacher to provide one-to-one support for individual pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and when possible, supporting small groups across a range of abilities and curriculum areas.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience with working with children, particularly those with SEND (desirable).
• Has the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Is friendly, caring, approachable and patient.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Can be a calm and supportive presence.
• Enjoys being around children and is committed to safeguarding
• Brings a positive attitude and a genuine love of school life.

In this role you will:

• Provide tailored support to pupils, helping them access learning and achieve their goals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
• Contribute to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people, ensuring their personal care needs are met in line with local and national guidelines.
• Be a caring, approachable adult in the busy heart of school life.

We offer

• A role where your work really matters - make a meaningful impact on children’s wellbeing every day
• A rewarding role in a positive environment
• The opportunity to work in a team who are invested in growing the potential of others
• Competitive package with generous career average pension scheme with employer contributions of c 17%*
• A part-time, term time only contract working 39 weeks per year
• Ongoing professional development

*contribution rates set by the Local Government Pension Scheme

The closing date for applications is Monday 9th November at 9.00 am.

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