Teaching Assistant

Inspired Education Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational group seeks a passionate Teaching Assistant to join a thriving independent school in London. This role offers the opportunity to support and inspire young learners aged 4 to 8, contributing to their academic and personal development. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or teaching qualification and demonstrate a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. With a focus on teamwork and collaboration, this position is perfect for those looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic setting. Join a community that values excellence in education and personal growth.

Qualifications

• A degree or teaching qualification is essential for this role.
• IT literacy and commitment to supporting children of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher and foster a caring environment.
• Assist in preparing work and maintaining discipline in the classroom.
• Conduct lessons and support children in various situations.

Skills

Enthusiastic Support

Classroom Management

IT Literacy

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree Qualification

Teaching Qualification

Job description

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Teaching Assistant

Location:

London, GB

Date: 10 May 2025

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Wetherby School is a thriving and highly successful non-selective, independent school in Notting Hill with 350 boys, aged 4 to 8. The school is heavily oversubscribed and extremely successful in securing pupils’ entry into the preparatory school of their choice. It is part of the Inspired Group of schools, which is one of the world's leading educational groups.

Wetherby School are looking for a career minded and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2025.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and confident and will be able to support and inspire children to foster their enthusiasm for learning. They will also have the skills and maturity required to take on the teaching assistant’s duties and responsibilities. A willingness to contribute fully to the extra-curricular activities and life of the school is vital.

A degree qualification or teaching qualification is essential for this role. This post would suit a graduate looking for school based experience before furthering their career in the teaching profession.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To support the classroom teacher at all times.
• To work with the class teacher to foster a warm, caring and friendly environment for the children within the classroom.
• To work with the class teacher in preparing work for the boys, putting up displays and assisting as required within the classroom.
• To carry out delegated tasks set by the class teacher.
• To help ensure that pupils make the maximum amount of progress possible in each lesson.
• To take particular responsibility for hearing the children read on a daily basis, updating their reading records, completing the reading progress book fortnightly and general monitoring that they are reading books at a level appropriate to their needs.
• To support the boys in a range of situations on and off site.
• To conduct lessons (if required) according to the agreed policy and syllabus.
• To maintain discipline in accordance with school policies at all times and to encourage positive practise in relation to general behaviour and approach to school life.
• To work as part of a team with the teachers and assistants within the assigned year group and the rest of the school staff.
• To maintain cordial and informative relationships with parents.
• To provide support for the children in a broad range of situations both on and off-site.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A degree qualification or teaching qualification would be preferable for this role. This post would suit a graduate looking for school based experience before furthering their career.
• Be IT literate.
• Be committed to making a difference to all children of all abilities and talents, using a variety of teaching styles to aid learning.
• Be a committed, dynamic and pro-active teaching assistant and a cheerful, friendly and cooperative member of the staff.
• Be supportive and positive in their interactions with team members and pupils.
• Maintain excellent levels of appearance, attendance and punctuality.
• Involve themselves fully in the life of the school.
• Value, and be willing to promote, the caring ethos of the school.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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