Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (8:00?am-3:30?pm) Location: Twickenham, Greater London Days: Monday – Friday Salary: Paid to scale (National Teaching Union pay scales) Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support classroom teachers in a vibrant primary/secondary setting in Twickenham. The successful candidate will contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment, fostering academic progress and personal development for all pupils. Key Responsibilities • Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation, delivery, and assessment. • Provide targeted one-to-one or small-group support for pupils with identified needs. • Supervise students during lessons, break-times, and outings, ensuring behaviour expectations are met. • Help maintain an organised, stimulating classroom environment and manage learning resources. • Record and report pupil progress, collaborating with teachers and support staff. • Contribute to the implementation of safeguarding policies and promote pupil welfare. Essential Qualifications & Experience • GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). • Relevant TEFL/TA qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NPQTA) or demonstrable experience in a school setting. • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents. • Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding best practice. Desirable • Experience supporting pupils with SEND. • First-Aid or Paediatric First-Aid certification. What We Offer • Competitive salary on the national scale. • Continuous professional development and clear progression pathways. • A supportive, collaborative school culture in a convenient Twickenham location. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>