Teaching Assistant and Play Leader
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | London, SE20 8HU |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Nov 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Knowledge and understanding of how to support children and aid their development;
• Have experience working with children in particular Early Years;
• An ability to deploy strategies to allow learners to engage with the curriculum creatively;
• Very good numeracy/literacy skills;
• NVQ3 Teaching Assistant Course (desirable) or equivalent qualification or experience;
• Want to work as part of a hardworking, dedicated and cohesive team;
• Have a friendly, helpful, caring and flexible approach.
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Have experience of establishing positive relationships with children
• Have an enthusiasm for and an active interest in children’s welfare and play
• Engage pupils in purposeful activity during the lunchtime (during both good weather and ‘wet’ lunchtimes)
• Good behaviour management
• Be able to use their initiative and be open to new ideas
What the school offers its staff
• a happy community committed to providing the best education for our pupils built upon a strong sense of belonging and mutual respect, giving our children the encouragement to flourish and succeed.
• professional development of all colleagues.
• a distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.
• a skilled and experienced team of professionals.
• a full-time teaching assistant in every class, plus experienced Learning Mentors for specialist support
Commitment to safeguarding
St. John’s is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.