Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 1)
Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School is a successful IAPS Preparatory School in West London, educating 420 boys and girls aged 4–11. The School was last inspected by ISI in September 2024 and received an excellent report, which can be viewed on our website.
The School’s provision for equality, diversity and inclusion was identified by inspectors as a significant strength, with pupils exhibiting high levels of wellbeing and an exceptionally high-quality understanding of and respect towards people with different backgrounds, faiths and lifestyles, including those with protected characteristics.
Required from September 2026, we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our happy and dynamic team. The position will support children across a year group within Key Stage 1. The successful candidate will have a passion for working with children and they will enjoy working within a year group team to support the Class Teachers in providing a high-quality, holistic education for our children.
Applications are welcomed from experienced Teaching Assistants as well as from final year undergraduates who are looking to gain experience as a Teaching Assistant prior to training to become a teacher. A relevant Level 3 qualification would be an advantage.
This is a term-time only position, five days per week (08:00 to 16:45). The position is offered as a one-year, fixed-term contract in the first instance.
To find out more about this role, please download the 'Candidate Pack' document below.
Further information can be found on our website: https://www.rpps.co.uk/about-us/join-our-team
Applications should be made by covering letter, accompanied by a fully completed application form, which can be downloaded below and is also available on our school website. Completed applications should be sent to Mrs Charlie Hayden (Head’s PA) by email to careers@rpps.co.uk
Closing date: Midday on Friday, 1st May 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. We reserve the right to close the application process early if we are able to appoint a strong candidate, so early application is advised.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of gender, race, religious belief, marital status or disability. Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Applications will be subject to checks with past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our safeguarding and safer recruitment policies can be found on our website.