Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers are currently working with a Primary School based in Kensington and Chelsea who are looking for part-time Teaching Assistants to work with them from January 2026.

About the role

The role will be ongoing - starting in January and will last till the end of the academic year, with a potential to move on to the next academic year.

You will have to work and support the Class Teacher in a KS1 year group.

You will also be required to support SEN pupils in a mainstream classroom setting.

About the school

The school is an independent, co-educational day school catering to students aged 2 to 11, within a diverse and inclusive international community .The school promotes an inquiry-based approach to learning, encouraging children to be curious, confident, and independent thinkers The school aims to protect its interest for technology, music, and the arts, fostering creativity and academic excellence in a nurturing environment.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Teaching Assistant you will:

• Experience working with children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to support both teachers and pupils

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Experience working with Primary School pupils

Key responsibilities

As Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Assist the class teacher in delivering lessons and supporting pupils’ understanding
• Support children’s emotional and social development, helping to build confidence and independence.
• Follow school safeguarding, health and safety, and behavior policies at all times.

What the school offer

In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Kardelen Altindag on 0207 0657549 or email [email protected] .