Teaching Assistant

Pre Prep Teaching Assistant

Contract Type: Maternity Cover (start date to be agreed)

Salary: From £26,793 per annum

Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026 @ 1600

Join St Faith’s School as a Pre Prep Teaching Assistant and play a vital role in nurturing the development of young learners. This maternity cover position offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children aged 3 to 7, fostering their personal, social, emotional, and cognitive growth in a supportive and dynamic environment.

What you'll be doing

As a Pre Prep Teaching Assistant, you will ensure that children feel safe, secure, and happy in their learning environment. Your responsibilities will include managing pupil behaviour in line with school policy, supporting the class teacher with various tasks, and taking sole charge of a class when necessary. You will also supervise outdoor play and lunch sessions, contribute to maintaining progress records, and liaise with staff and parents to communicate important information and ideas for planning. Additionally, you will administer basic first aid and attend school INSET programmes and staff meetings.

What we're looking for

We are seeking candidates with a full and relevant Level 3 or above EYFS qualification and excellent literacy and numeracy skills. Experience in delivering learning activities for children aged 3 to 7 and a thorough understanding of the EYFS and/or KS1 curriculum are essential. You should be able to create a positive learning environment, manage behaviour effectively, and demonstrate excellent organisational skills. Personal attributes such as commitment, reliability, flexibility, and a proactive approach to professional development are highly valued.

About the team or department

You will be part of the Pre Prep department, working closely with the Head of Pre Prep and other staff members to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment for all pupils.

What we offer

St Faith’s School provides a nurturing and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work term time plus three additional weeks, ensuring a balanced work-life schedule.

About the school

St Faith’s School is committed to providing a high-quality education and fostering a supportive community for both students and staff. We uphold high standards of behaviour, appearance, and punctuality, and maintain a strong focus on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Safer Recruitment statement

St Faith’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities

The School is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to a policy of treating all its employees and job applicants equally and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, sex or marital status.