Teaching Assistant (Gap Year)

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.