Teaching Assistant Part-Time

Middleton; St Albans; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant educational institution in St Albans is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant to support class teachers and lead sessions for pupils. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, pro-active, and have strong communication skills. No prior experience is required, making it an excellent opportunity for those aspiring to build a career in education. The role entails working 17 hours per week during term time, with a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities

Use of sports facilities, including gym and swimming pool

Free lunches

Generous pension scheme

Free life assurance

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Enthusiastic and pro-active in supporting pupils' learning.
• Experience in an educational setting is a plus, but all levels welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Lead one-to-one and group sessions with pupils.
• Build successful relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Proactivity

Relationship building

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT (STAHS Prep)

Part-time / Permanent

17 hours per week, term time only

Actual salary £9,510.08 (FTE £26,510.29)

Start date January 2026

STAHS is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents and alumni. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team. As a Teaching Assistant, you will support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons, encouraging our pupils to become confident individuals who love learning. You will assist our pupils in making excellent progress. Additionally, you will lead one-to-one and group sessions with pupils, under the direction of the class teacher or SENDCO (Prep).

The successful candidate will be confident, pro-active and enthusiastic. Building successful relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues will be a key part of the role, therefore the ability to communicate with people at all levels is essential. This role is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking to pursue a career in education. However, people with all levels of experience are warmly invited to apply.

The Prep School is situated in the rural location of Wheathampstead village, only 5 miles from St Albans. As a rapidly growing school community, it is an exciting and innovative time in the Prep School’s history.

This is a permanent position, offered on a part-time basis (0.4), two days per week, term time only. Working hours will be 8.00am – 5.00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak each day.

In return we offer:

• Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• An opportunity to join our warm, vibrant and ambitious community
• Use of sports facilities, including gym and swimming pool (conditions apply)
• An extensive benefits package; free lunches, generous pension scheme, free life assurance
• Competitive salary

Details of the role and application process are available on the school’s website www.stahs.org.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 31 December 2025

Interview date: Thursday 8 January 2026

We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we feel able to appoint a suitable candidate, please therefore submit your application without delay.

The High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No: 311065