Teaching Assistant

Kgis Edu; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking a dynamic Teaching Assistant to support the class teacher in fostering a caring environment for children. The role includes preparing classroom resources, supervising off-site activities, and ensuring effective communication regarding student well-being. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working with children, good organizational skills, and a commitment to the school's extracurricular life. This position offers a permanent contract within a rapidly growing school.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in and enthusiasm for working with children.
• Commitment to participating in the extra‑cultural life of the school.
• Interest in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Aid the class teacher in creating a friendly atmosphere.
• Assist in preparing classroom materials and displays.
• Supervise children during off-site activities.

Skills

Interest in working with children

Good organisational skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Job description

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Teaching Assistant

Location: London, ENG, GB

Date: 20 Jan 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

ROLE SUMMARY:

St Anthony's School for Boys is a Catholic Preparatory School (IAPS) for boys aged 2.5 -13

It is a Roman Catholic School but welcomes boys of other faiths. There are currently over 280 pupils on roll, and the school is 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.

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‑cultural life of school.
• An interest in professional development.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Works well in a team.

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.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.