About the School - Breaside
Located in Bromley, Kent, Breaside Preparatory School provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11.
We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with the more modern approaches to learning. Coupled together with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we are confident that we help each child to develop towards their full potential.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.
We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.
It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.
About the role
In this role, you will assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the children assigned to you. Working as part of a team, you’ll help provide a safe, secure, and stimulating learning environment for children in KS1 and KS2. You will plan and deliver activities that meet the standards and requirements of the Primary Stage Curriculum, ensuring a positive and engaging experience for every child in your care.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a September 2025 start date.
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Who we are looking for:
You should have Grade A-C in GCSE English and Maths, along with a Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification or equivalent. You’ll be confident in delivering KS1 and KS2 English and Maths, including phonics, and have experience working with children to meet their individual needs. Strong communication skills, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and intermediate IT skills are essential. A pleasant, professional manner and the ability to build positive relationships with staff and children are key qualities we’re looking for.
Benefits at Cognita
* Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
* Coffee, tea and supplies for hot drinks supplied throughout the day
* Free lunch provided
* Free parking on site (subject to availability)
* School fee discount
* Exclusive third party discounts
* Professional development
* School holidays and public holidays
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 9th March 2025 .
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.