Ravenor Primary School is recruiting a teaching assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The work centres on delivering interventions and supporting pupils, including those with special educational needs, and on extending children's learning. The post is term time only, 35 hours a week from Monday to Friday, and needs recent primary school experience and an NVQ Level 3 in childcare or education. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts on 1 January 2027.
What the job involves
- Delivering interventions to pupils
- Supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
- Extending children's learning through open-ended questions
- Observing and monitoring pupils' progress and giving constructive feedback
- Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in school
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or higher in childcare or education
Experience
- Relevant experience in a primary school setting within the last 3 years
- Experience of delivering interventions and supporting pupils with SEND
Skills & knowledge
- Working positively as part of a team
- Relating well to children and adults
- Good spoken and written English
- Good numeracy and literacy, tested at interview
- Observing, monitoring and giving constructive feedback on pupils' progress, tested at interview
- Extending children's learning through open-ended questions, with examples of how this has been applied
Checks & eligibility
- Full enhanced DBS check
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Other
- Basic ICT skills including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier
- Good keyboard skills and knowledge of relevant ICT packages
- Knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice and legislation
- Willingness to undertake training and development
What’s offered
- Inner London salary
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- PPA time exceeding national expectations
- CPD opportunities at all career levels
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to a nationally recognised therapeutic support service
- Free parking on site
- Cycle to work scheme
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Teaching Assistant FTC in Northolt employer: Ravenor Primary School
Ravenor Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in the vibrant community of Greater London, the school provides ample training opportunities and encourages innovative teaching methods, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to make a meaningful impact on young learners' lives.
