Teaching Assistant (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Thomas’s Kensington is a vibrant, forward-thinking school where curiosity, creativity and compassion shape everything we do. Our community is alive with energy and ambition, and pupils are encouraged to think boldly, work collaboratively and approach learning with joy and purpose.

We educate around 400 pupils aged 4–11 and are proud to be part of the Thomas’s family of schools. Our provision is outward-looking and values-led, giving equal weight to knowledge, skills, character and metacognition. Academic standards are exceptionally high, and imaginative, innovative teaching both stretches and supports every child. Professional development is central to our culture, and our status as an Apple Distinguished School reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation. 

This is an exciting moment in the school’s history. In November 2025 we moved to our new home on St Alban’s Grove, a state-of-the-art campus with light-filled classrooms, specialist teaching spaces and beautifully designed outdoor areas. Our pupils also benefit from outstanding sporting provision at Dukes Meadows, shared with Thomas’s College, where major investment has created first-class facilities.

The role

Thomas’s Kensington seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team one day a week on Fridays, on a fixed-term contract until the end of the academic year. The successful candidate will bring energy, creativity and, ideally, experience supporting Key Stage One pupils in the classroom.

The Recruitment Pack should be read alongside the information available on our website.

Please note that referees will be contacted prior to the interview.

Closing Date: 26/01/26

Applications will be considered upon receipt so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Interview Date: 30/01/26

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: Competitive salary and conditions are offered

Contract: Part Time, Fixed Term contract until the end of the Summer Term.

Hours: 8 hours per week (Friday), 0800 - 1600

Location: Thomas’s Kensington, 1 St. Albans Grove, London W8 5PN

How to Apply

Thomas’s  will only accept applications from candidates completing the relevant Application Form in full. 

Please note that, given the large number of applications we receive for each post, only longlisted applicants will be contacted.

For further details please go to the Thomas’s London Day Schools website: https://www.thomas-s.co.uk/join-our-team or email: kenjoinourteam@thomas-s.co.uk 

Safeguarding

Thomas’s London Day Schools are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and work in accordance with our child protection policies and procedures.

All posts are subject to screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the DBS service. The school will undertake online searches on shortlisted applicants and may require applicants to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts. For details of the checks which will be undertaken as part of our recruitment process, please see our Safer Recruitment Policy which can be found here https://www.thomas-s.co.uk/policies/ under the ‘Thomas’s Policy’ tab.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.As an equal opportunities employer, Thomas’s is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. Thomas’s aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workspace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Group.