Part-time Teaching Assistant - Independent school

A highly regarded junior school in Ealing is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team for two days per week from September 2026.

About the role

Teaching Assistant – Part-Time (2 Days per Week)
Location: Ealing
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Academic Year

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils across the curriculum, helping to create an engaging and productive learning environment. You may be required to work with small groups, provide targeted intervention support, and assist pupils who require additional guidance to reach their full potential.

The school is looking for someone who can build positive relationships with pupils and staff and contribute positively to classroom learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom
• Working with individuals and small groups of pupils
• Assisting with interventions and targeted learning activities
• Encouraging pupil engagement and participation
• Supporting positive behaviour and wellbeing
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff

About the school

The school is a well-established junior setting with a strong reputation for academic achievement, excellent pastoral care, and a vibrant school community. It offers a broad and enriching curriculum and places a strong emphasis on developing confident, independent learners.

Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, supportive leadership, and a culture where both pupils and adults are encouraged to thrive. The school is known for its positive atmosphere, high expectations, and strong parental engagement.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Part-time Teaching Assistant - Independent school you will:

• Previous experience working in a school setting is essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support pupils across a range of abilities
• Positive, proactive, and flexible approach

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Relevant qualifications

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected].