Teaching Assistant, Reading Tutor

Harrow High School; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrow High School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support student literacy development from September 2025 to July 2026. This role is ideal for individuals committed to making a difference in a nurturing environment, helping learners achieve their highest potential. Join a team that values personal development and excellence in education.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Talented, highly motivated individuals needed.
• Previous experience in educational settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support literacy development for students.
• Work with learners with SEND and additional language needs.

Skills

Commitment to personal development

Ability to support SEND learners

Education

Relevant qualifications in education

Job description

Harrow High School

Post: Teaching Assistant, Reading Tutor

Salary:£18, 290 pro rata

Duration:September ‘25 - July ‘26 (Term time only)

Responsible to: Literacy Coordinator

We believe in excellence for all

“This is a safe and nurturing school that learners and staff are proud to be a part of” OFSTED 2023

Would you want to work in a school where ‘100% of staff would recommend working here to a friend’ and where all our Early Career Teachers told OFSTED ‘they never feel overwhelmed by the job’?

We offer a supportive environment in which professional and pedagogical development is at the heart of what we do and in which teacher workload is managed very effectively through sensible loadings, centralised planning and whole class feedback. At the same time we expect the highest standards from everyone and as a result, outcomes for young people are excellent and continue to improve (Progress 8 in 2024 was +0.62)

“The school is a positive environment for learning. learners’ behaviour is sensible in lessons and around the school” OFSTED 2023

We have the highest aspirations and expectations for young people. This means that university progression rates are excellent, there are lots of extra curricular activities and a full programme of school excursions. At the same time, behaviour in lessons and around the school is consistently excellent. Teachers can look forward to working with engaged, motivated, sensible classes and doing what they do best.

“learners with SEND and those who speak English as an additional language are well-supported." OFSTED 2023

Harrow High is a diverse and inclusive school; our learners come from a wide range of backgrounds and have a wide range of prior ability. We have the highest aspirations for them all and when working here, staff make a difference every day.

If this sounds like the kind of place you want to work then make an application or simply an appointment to come and visit us. If you are talented, highly motivated, committed to your own personal development and determined to make a difference, we would love to talk to you.

What staff have to say:

I have worked at 3 schools in my career, and by far I have been the happiest and fulfilled at Harrow High, which explains why I have worked here for over 10 years now! The whole team is very driven towards our mission of "Excellence for All" and it is inspiring working with such driven and mission aligned colleagues every day. During my time at Harrow High, I have developed as a teacher and leader, through the vast range of professional development opportunities available to me; mentoring from experienced colleagues, networking with external colleagues through the Harrow Collegiate TSA, and completing National Professional Qualifications. All of these have enabled me to undertake a wide range of roles in the school, such as KS4 Science Coordinator, Head of Sixth Form, and SLT, and this variety in roles, has kept me motivated, and excited to work here.

(Kevin, Deputy Headteacher)

Harrow High School is a wonderfully supportive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. Throughout my time here, I’ve always felt supported by my colleagues and the school has provided me with fantastic opportunities for training and development, helping me to become a better teacher.

(Catalina, English KS4 co-ordinator)

Firstly, wonderful learners make an excellent teaching environment. Very friendly and supportive team of colleagues that create an excellent working environment and also the feeling that, if you are passionate and driven, you will see real results. You can have a positive impact.

(Joe, Head of Humanities)

Harrow High is a nurturing and caring school where teacher's well being and care for each other is a priority. As a member of staff I feel valued and appreciated by both colleagues and learners

(Esther, Head of English)

The school is committed to promoting and safe-guarding the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.harrowhigh.com or follow us on social media: Twitter @harrowhighsch, LinkedIn Harrow High School, and Instagram @harrowhighs.

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the recruitment team at [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday 30th June at 12pm

To apply, please download the application pack from www.harrowhigh.comand email completed application to: [e-mail]

Alternatively, you can use TES quick apply

The school is committed to promoting and safe-guarding the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.