Job Description
Prep Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract until 3rd July 2026
Salary: National Living Wage
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Weeks: Term Time + 2 weeks
Reporting to: Head of Prep
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: Friday, 24 April 2026 at 9am
Purpose of the Job:
* To work collaboratively with teaching staff in meeting the personal, social and curriculum needs of pupils.
* Assist with the differentiated delivery of the curriculum and to provide feedback on progress to the teaching staff and SENCO where appropriate.
* To encourage pupils to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare, and to support the inclusion of pupils in all aspects of school life.
* To establish positive relationships with pupils and assist them to complete structured learning activities. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area (supporting during exams; some co-curricular lunchtime activities or going on school trips etc).
* Responsible for supervising students during break and lunchtime ensuring safety of our client’s students.
Support for Pupils:
* Under the clear guidance of the teaching staff, assist in the implementation of structured learning activities and to assist individuals / groups of pupils to complete tasks.
* To set high expectations for pupils, respecting their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds.
* To undertake activities to assist in monitoring the personal, social and emotional needs of the pupils.
* To assist in the development and implementation of pupil’s individual targets and their monitoring and review.
* To monitor and record pupil progress on a regular basis and to assist with the recording of progress.
* To promote pupils’ independence.
* Establish a constructive relationship with staff and pupils to assist pupil progress and attainment.
* To promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils in the classroom by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher.
* Assist in providing an atmosphere in which effective learning can take place.
Support for Teachers:
* Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents and reporting in line with school policy.
* To assist in the monitoring and recording of individual pupils’ progress and to report on pupils needs, achievements and concerns.
* Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and record achievement/progress as directed.
* To provide objective and accurate feedback to Teachers on pupil achievement, progress and challenges.
* To assist in the production of learning resources and displays.
* Administer routine tests and assist in the invigilation of exams e.g. reader, scribe.
* Assist in the supervision of children on trips / visits.
Support for the School:
* Contribute to the overall ethos / work / aims of the team and the School.
* Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required.
* Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
* Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality, data protection and reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
* To assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson time.
* To work as part of a team and support the role of other people in the team and to establish constructive relationships with other agencies / professionals in liaison with the Teacher, to support the achievement and progress of pupils.
* Contribute and support at School events such as the Christmas Fair, Open Days as required by the Head of Prep.
Personal Qualities:
* Liaising and communicating effectively with stakeholders in the School (including pupils, colleagues, Line Manager, parents and governors).
* Remain respectful towards your colleagues.
* Observe that our client is all placed to set an example to those around them.
* Seeking Line Manager support where necessary and appropriate.
* Reflecting on the effectiveness of professional relationships and identifying where improvements can be made.
Staff Code of Conduct:
* Lateness or absences to be reported as soon as possible to HR and your Line Manager.
* Staff to behave in a courteous and respectful manner to colleagues and visitors to the School.
* Staff lanyards are to be worn at all times in accordance with the school safeguarding policy.
* Telephone calls and verbal conversations are to be held in a respectful tone.
This list is not exhaustive but rather an indication of the main requirements of the role.