Job Description

1:1 Year 5 Teaching Assistant - Kensington and Chelsea
📍 Location: Kensington and Chelsea
📅 Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

A well-respected primary school in Kensington and Chelsea is looking for a reliable and proactive Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a bright and capable Year 5 pupil with emotional regulation needs. This full-time role will focus on building a strong, consistent relationship that supports the child both emotionally and academically-particularly in stretching their learning to a high level.

The position is expected to continue into Year 6 from September, offering long-term consistency and a real opportunity to make a lasting impact.

About the School:

This small, supportive school is rated 'Good' by Ofsted and prides itself on its nurturing environment, high standards, and strong sense of community. The team is close-knit, professional, and highly committed to every child's success. The school is easily accessible via public transport.

The Right Candidate Will:

  • Be confident in managing behaviour through positive relationships and emotional understanding

  • Be academically strong and able to support high-level learning, especially in English and Maths

  • Bring patience, structure, and a calm presence to help the pupil thrive day to day

  • Ideally have experience working with pupils who have additional emotional or SEN needs

  • Be committed to staying on into Year 6 to provide consistency

Requirements:

  • Experience in a similar TA or 1:1 role, preferably in KS2

  • A good grasp of the KS2 curriculum

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

  • Professional references and (if applicable) overseas police checks

Why Join Tradewind?

  • Competitive pay, paid weekly

  • Over 45 CPD training courses to develop your career

  • Free social and networking events throughout the year

  • A supportive and experienced team behind you

  • Easy-to-use online portal for timesheets and availability

  • £100 referral bonus for recommending a friend

If you're a dependable and motivated TA who's ready to support a bright young learner through an important stage in their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this Year 5 1:1 Teaching Assistant role in Kensington and Chelsea.

For more information, contact Nick Francis at 020 7845 5450 or nick.francis@twrecruitment.com.