Teaching Assistant (Gap Year)
Francis Holland Preparatory School
London
- Expired
- Salary:
- £22,500
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 23 February 2026
Job overview
To start immediately or from April, Francis Holland Preparatory School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and proactive professional to work as a Teaching Assistant (term-time only) on a fixed-term basis until July 2026.
ABOUT FRANCIS HOLLAND SCHOOLS
Francis Holland Schools Trust is an educational charity, managing two Senior independent day schools for girls across London, as well as Francis Holland Preparatory School, educating girls from 4–11 in the Chelsea borough. The Francis Holland Preparatory School is an iconic building on Manresa Road offering a wealth of impressive facilities, enabling the school to be two form entry with approximately 20 girls per class. We offer excellent academic and pastoral education to girls, including sport, music and other co-curricular activities.
Francis Holland Preparatory School is known for its nurturing and friendly environment, and we deliver support and individual attention to all pupils. We offer them the very best platform for entry into their chosen senior schools, including the two Senior Schools the Trust manages. We have a warm and vibrant community that reflects the rich multicultural nature of this part of London. Academic standards are consistently high, placing Francis Holland Trust Schools amongst the most successful in the UK. The staffing ratio is generous, and the School has its own attractive salary scale.
THE ROLE
This role might be ideal for university students who are on a gap year or seeking work over their summer break. This opportunity would suit someone who wants to work as part of a small, dedicated team and has a passion for education. The working hours of this role are between Monday and Friday from 8.00am–4.30pm, with one day being from 8.00am–5.00pm for the weekly staff meeting.
DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES
Is passionate about education and exciting learning
Has strong knowledge of English grammar rules; able to write with clarity and accuracy
Has a strong understanding of key mathematical skills
Is comfortable working within an academically challenging Preparatory School curriculum
Is enthusiastic and enjoys working with young children
Works effectively as part of a team
Willing to learn new skills and attend staff INSET training
Has high expectations of pupils’ attainment, progress and behaviour
Has a strong ability to support literacy and numeracy
Has good organisational skills
Is creative and able to contribute to planning discussions
Is proactive and has a growth mindset
Might have qualifications and training with TA work
Has experience of working with young children
Has a good sense of humour
Is flexible and confident when presented with new challenges
If this role is of interest, please visit our vacancies page via the Apply button, where you may apply online.
Closing date: 8.00am on 23 February 2026.
Longlist interviews will likely take place after the February half term, w/c 23 February 2026.
Applications will be assessed in order of receipt, and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage.
About Francis Holland Preparatory School
- Francis Holland Preparatory School
- 15 Manresa Road, Chelsea, London
- SW3 6NB
- United Kingdom
Francis Holland Preparatory School is a leading, two-form entry London Prep School for girls with 230 pupils aged 4-11; founded by Canon Francis Holland, a visionary in philanthropy and education, in 1881.
The Prep moved to its current site, a 20,000 sq ft Grade II listed Victorian building on Manresa Road, just off the King’s Road in the heart of Chelsea, in September 2024. The building, which dates back to 1890, combines heritage with modern learning spaces. The wealth of impressive facilities includes the old Chelsea library, a spacious School Hall with staging, a specialist STEAM facility and an extensive outdoor play area.
Francis Holland Prep is easily accessible via bus routes from all over London as well as by tube (a 12-minute walk from South Kensington and a 15-minute walk from Sloane Square). Its central location makes it easy to reach by public transport and, for its pupils and staff, this facilitates fast and easy access to London’s many famous cultural and historic attractions. The school is part of Francis Holland Schools Trust with sister senior schools, Francis Holland, Sloane Square (founded in 1881), and Francis Holland, Regent’s Park (founded in 1878). The three schools share strong bonds and similar values. However, each school has its own individual characteristics and identity.
Head
Mrs Suzy Dixon, MA King's, BA Leeds
Vison and Values
Francis Holland Prep provides a warm and caring environment where pupils thrive on exciting, rigorous and ambitious learning from dynamic teachers. A focus on the 8 Cs of curiosity, creativity, collaboration, communication, confidence, compassion, commitment and craftsmanship makes lessons fun and engaging, encouraging pupils to develop a lifelong love of learning.
The school cultivates confident girls who feel a strong sense of belonging within a supportive environment, as we know that when girls feel truly known, loved and valued for who they are, they go on to achieve extraordinary things. Experienced and inspirational teaching staff provide an environment which inspires, encourages and, above all, cares for our girls as individuals. We aim to empower them through a rigorous, but balanced, curriculum complemented by a wealth of sporting, dramatic, musical and artistic opportunities.
Francis Holland Prep is a unique community that fosters an awareness of the needs of others and a desire to make a difference. This emphasis on what you can give rather than what you get results in an environment full of kindness, compassion, and a palpable warmth that all visitors comment on. Girls are encouraged to be brave and have a go, no matter how great the challenges before them. They learn to debate with gusto, reflect on the world around them with empathy, solve problems creatively, and appreciate the bigger picture.
The Prep’s central location provides an outstanding platform for entry into leading Senior Schools, including our two Francis Holland Senior Schools. We expect many of our Prep pupils to join our senior school at Francis Holland, Sloane Square in Year 7 and we offer a ‘no surprises’ approach in this regard. Our high teacher-pupil ratio, along with our small class sizes, enable a high level of individual attention, providing the best possible preparation for 11+ entry. By the time the girls leave Francis Holland Prep at the end of Year 6, they are intellectually ready and excited to embrace life in their chosen senior school.
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