Details:
- Salary: £23,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Greater London Hendon
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Hendon Preparatory School
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
The Successful Candidate will bring:
Qualifications
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.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early