Teaching Assistant

Hendon Preparatory School Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.

Pay: Up to £23,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experience

Hours: 08:30 am to 4:30 pm - Monday-Friday

Contract: Full Time - Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026

UK Based Applications Only About The School - Hendon Prep Hendon Prep is a warm, inclusive and nurturing independent preparatory school where every child is known, supported and encouraged to succeed. We pride ourselves on strong relationships, high standards of care, and a commitment to enabling pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Our community values kindness, resilience and a love of learning. We offer a broad and engaging curriculum alongside a rich co-curricular programme, ensuring that children from Preschool through to Year 6 flourish and reach their full potential. Safeguarding and pupil wellbeing are central to all aspects of school life.

Role Purpose Hendon Prep is seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school. This is a varied and rewarding role working with children from Preschool through to Year 6.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Support pupils within lessons to access learning and make progress
• Reinforce teaching delivered by the class teacher
• Promote pupils’ confidence, independence and positive attitudes to learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt provision as required
• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment

Qualifications The Successful Candidate:

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics — essential
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification — desirable
• SEND-related training — desirable

Experience

• Experience of working with primary-aged children (EYFS and/or KS1/KS2) — essential
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND — desirable
• Experience in a school or educational setting (mainstream or specialist) — desirable

Knowledge and Skills

• Sound understanding of the primary curriculum
• Ability to support pupils with a range of learning needs
• Ability to promote independence and engagement in learning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively

Hendon Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and social media checks. xlqdzyr

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.