Teaching Assistant (Hendon)

Blenheim Schools; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support teachers and pupils across the school and to lead after-school activities from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM. You will help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for children from Preschool to Year 6.

The role requires experience with primary-aged children, strong communication skills, and a patient, empathetic approach aligned with our values of kindness, inclusion, and high expectations.

Qualifications

• GCSS (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Experience working with primary-aged children.
• A knack for building positive and trusting relationships with students and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Patience, resilience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• A passion for supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing.
• A commitment to our values of kindness, inclusion, and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in lessons to access learning and make strong progress.
• Working alongside teachers to deliver tailored support and reinforce learning.
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive attitudes towards education.
• Supporting students of different ages, abilities, and needs across the school.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment.
• Leading and supervising after-school provision from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
• Building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Experience working with primary-aged

Education

GCSS (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics

Job description

Our diverse community celebrates kindness, curiosity, and a love of learning. Through a broad and creative curriculum, enriching co-curricular opportunities, and a strong focus on student wellbeing, we ensure children from Preschool to Year 6 flourish both academically and personally. Safeguarding and the wellbeing of every child are central to everything we do.

As part of the Blenheim Schools Group, you will benefit from working within a collaborative and innovative network of schools committed to educational excellence, professional development, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting teachers and students throughout the school. Your efforts will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and motivated to succeed.

You will also lead and supervise our after-school provision, ensuring students enjoy engaging activities in a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable setting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting students in lessons to access learning and make strong progress
• Working alongside teachers to deliver tailored support and reinforce learning
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive attitudes towards education
• Supporting students of different ages, abilities, and needs across the school
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment
• Leading and supervising after-school provision from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
• Building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues

What You Will Bring

• GCSS (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Experience working with primary-aged children
• A knack for building positive and trusting relationships with students and colleagues
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Patience, resilience, empathy, and a positive attitude
• A passion for supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing
• A commitment to our values of kindness, inclusion, and high expectations

About Hendon Prep School

At Hendon Prep, we pride ourselves on being a warm, inclusive, and nurturing independent preparatory school. Here, every child is known, valued, and empowered to thrive. Guided by our mission to Empower, Inspire, and Include, we blend personalized learning with expert teaching and innovative approaches to help every child achieve academic success while growing in confidence and resilience.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools dedicated to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on truly understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations by providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence, and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion, and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of Outcomes First Group, which was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year in 2025.