Teaching and Wrap Assistant

Stmarys Henley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local independent school in Greater London is seeking a passionate Teaching & Wrap Assistant to support the educational and social development of children aged 3-11 years. The role involves assisting with learning activities and ensuring pupils' wellbeing in classrooms and the After School Club. Applicants should ideally have experience with Key Stage 2 pupils, possess relevant childcare qualifications, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. This permanent, full-time position comes with several benefits including a competitive salary, pension scheme enrollment, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Free lunch during Term Time

School holidays and public holidays

Free parking on site

School fee discount

Exclusive third-party discounts

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children and understanding their development.
• Ability to explain tasks clearly and supervise effectively.
• Experience in supporting pupils individually and in groups.

Responsibilities

• Support educational, physical, and social development of pupils in Key Stage 2.
• Assist with learning activities and encourage independence.
• Ensure pupils’ wellbeing during classroom and wrap-around care.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with Key Stage 2 pupils

Knowledge of behaviour management

Organizational skills

Positive attitude toward learning

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

About the School-Charterhouse Square

Charterhouse Square is a non-selective, co-educational independent school based in the City of London for students aged 3-11 years. The school has excellent transport links, with the Elizabeth line, Farringdon mainline and Barbican tube all within a 5‑minute walk. With a friendly and unpretentious approach, Charterhouse Square School offers education from Nursery and Early Years through to Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching & Wrap Assistant to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries — in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East — serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, “Thrive in a rapidly evolving world”.

About the Role

As a Teaching & Wrap Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational, physical, and social development of pupils in Key Stage 2. Working under the guidance of teaching staff and the Wrap Manager, you will help deliver engaging lessons and sports activities during the school day and provide a safe, stimulating environment for children in our After School Club. Your responsibilities will include assisting with learning activities, encouraging independence, and ensuring pupils’ wellbeing. This is a varied role where you will work both in classrooms and in wrap‑around care, making a positive impact on children aged 3–11.

This is a permanent, full-time role.

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Who We Are Looking For

You are passionate about working with children and understand the importance of their development. You can explain tasks clearly, supervise effectively, and support pupils individually or in groups. You are organised, reliable, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively. Ideally, you have experience with Key Stage 2 pupils and knowledge of behaviour management and safeguarding. A positive attitude toward learning and professional growth is essential. If you have sports coaching experience or relevant childcare qualifications, that’s a bonus—but most importantly, you love helping children thrive.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Enrolment in our company's pension scheme
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays
• Free parking on site (subject to availability)
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third‑party discounts
• Ongoing professional development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date: Friday 30th January 2026.

Interview date: Wednesday 4th February 2026.

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.