Teaching Assistant

Inspired Education Group; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in London seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities and promote a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about child development, possess strong organizational skills, and engage actively in the school's extra-curricular life.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with children.
• A commitment to participating in the extra-curricular life of the school.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster a warm, caring, and friendly environment for children.
• Assist in preparing work and maintaining resource areas.
• Supervise children during off-site activities and lunchtime.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interest in professional development

Hands-on approach

Enthusiasm for working with children

Job description

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Teaching Assistant

Location:

London, GB

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:

St Anthony’s School For Boys is a Catholic Preparatory School (IAPS) for boys aged 2.5 – 13. It is Roman Catholic but welcomes boys of other faiths. There are currently over 280 pupils on roll and the schoolis looking to increase this number to 330 over the next few years. This will be in part due to the rapid expansion of our highly successful Nursery, which opened in September 2023.

St Anthony's School for Boys is looking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Teaching Assistant on a permanent contract from September 2025.

Interviews will take place when suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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
• Stay informed about all school policies and be aware of issues concerning individual students, ensuring effective communication among colleagues for their overall well-being.
• To share in the responsibility for covering colleagues in their absence
• Accompany and supervise children during off-site activities e.g, swimming lessons and educational trips
• Undertake lunchtime supervision, including the road crossing of pupils
• Prepare and clear up resources and maintain resource areas

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A genuine interest in, and enthusiasm for, working with children
• A hands-on approach
• A commitment to participating in the extra-curricular life of the school
• An interest in professional development
• Good organisational and communication skills

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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