Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Kingston, London Type: Full-time (8:00?am?–?3:30?pm, Monday-Friday) Salary: Paid to scale Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support classroom delivery in a vibrant primary/secondary setting in Kingston. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers to create an inclusive, engaging learning environment and provide targeted assistance to pupils of diverse abilities. Key Responsibilities • Support the class teacher in planning and delivering lessons, ensuring clear instructions and smooth transitions. • Provide one-to-one or small-group support for students who need additional reinforcement, including those with SEND or EAL needs. • Supervise pupils during classroom activities, recess, lunch, and outings, maintaining high standards of behaviour and safety. • Assist in the preparation of teaching resources, marking of work, and recording of assessment data. • Contribute to the pastoral care of students, promoting wellbeing and encouraging positive attitudes to learning. • Participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and school events as required. Essential Criteria • GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). • Experience working with children in an educational setting (volunteering, tutoring, or previous TA role). • Strong communication and organisational skills; ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents. • Commitment to safeguarding policies and a current DBS check (or willingness to obtain). Desirable • Level 2/3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. • Experience with SEND or EAL learners. What We Offer • Competitive salary aligned to the national teaching assistant scale. • Continuous professional development and progression pathways. • Supportive, collaborative school culture in a thriving London community. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>