Primary Teaching Assistant in Wembley

We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant with a minimum of one year’s experience working with SEN children. The successful applicant will be responsible for one-to-one support of an EYFS (Reception aged) child, providing bespoke curriculum provision and working in a class, and will act as a motivational role model. A belief in a supportive and nurturing environment is essential, as this ensures pupils can make rapid progress academically and socially. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual looking to further develop their practice. We also welcome applications from aspiring teachers who wish to gain more school experience.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Have a minimum of one year’s experience in the role
• Be educated to GCSE grade 4 (or equivalent) in English & Maths
• Have excellent communication skills both orally and written

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Become part of a team of an ‘Outstanding’ all-through academy
• Join a highly successful educational support team
• Access continuous staff development
• Receive extensive professional development geared toward excellence as a member of Ark Academy
• Benefit from a behaviour policy that treats student behaviour as a school-wide responsibility, enabling focus on learning

For an informal, confidential discussion about this role, please contact James Elliott, Primary Headteacher, on 020 8385 4370 or via email j.elliott@arkacademy.org.

Benefits include access to continuous staff development, with a minimum of 10 training days and weekly in‑school sessions of a high standard. Strong support for NPQML, NPQSL and Lead Practitioner courses. Receive extensive professional development geared toward excellence, with weekly sessions designed for teachers’ needs and continual support for career progression. Access a range of other benefits through the Ark network, including reduced gym membership and large retail discounts.

We are an all-through school specialising in mathematics and citizenship, serving children of all abilities. We are based in Wembley Park, set against the iconic Wembley Stadium. Our commitment is to know every pupil as an individual, fostering team spirit, responsibility, and care for others. Pupils enjoy a nurturing environment and the social benefits of a small school alongside the resources of a large, well‑equipped academy. We are proud of our reputation for academic excellence and superb pastoral care. We now want your help to go beyond outstanding and achieve excellence for all.

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where staff and students can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation, recognising that this makes us stronger and more effective.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. To meet this responsibility, our academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. All employees must undertake an enhanced DBS check. Before appointment, applicants must disclose any unspent conviction, caution, reprimand, or warning under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non‑disclosure may lead to termination of employment. Disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar employment; this will depend on the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.