Job details
- Salary £31,492 per annum
- Role Nursery Assistant / Early Years Assistant
- Hours Full Time
- Location Barking, London
- Job Reference req2073
Job summary
About the School - Charterhouse
Square:
Charterhouse Square is a non-selective,
co-educational independent school based in the City of London for
students aged 3-11 years. The school has excellent transport links,
with the Elizabeth line, Farringdon mainline and Barbican tube all
within a 5-minute walk. With a friendly and unpretentious approach,
Charterhouse Square School offers education from Nursery and Early
Years through to Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
At Charterhouse Square School we believe a happy and stimulating
learning environment is fundamental to academic success. Students
achieve exceptional academic results at 11+ from a broad and balanced
curriculum, with a strong emphasis on numeracy and literacy but with
ample time also dedicated to physical education and the arts.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced
Teaching & Wrap 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
90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America,
Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 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".
About the Role:
As a Teaching & Wrap
Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational,
physical, and social development of pupils. Working under the guidance
of teaching staff and the Wrap Manager, you will help deliver engaging
lessons and sports activities during the school day and provide a
safe, stimulating environment for children in our After School Club.
Your responsibilities will include assisting with learning activities,
encouraging independence, and ensuring pupils' wellbeing. This is a
varied role where you will work both in classrooms and in wraparound
care, making a positive impact on children aged 3-11.
This is a permanent, full-time role.
Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm Mon-Fri (term-time - 34 weeks), 8:30am
- 5:30pm (holidays - 9 weeks).
Holidays: Easter x 2 weeks, Christmas x 2 weeks, May
Half-Term x 1 week, Summer x 1 week, Elective x 3 weeks outside of term.
To view our Role Profile, click here.
Who We Are Looking For:
You are passionate about
working with children and understand the importance of their
development. You can explain tasks clearly, supervise effectively, and
support pupils individually or in groups. You are organised, reliable,
and able to work independently as well as collaboratively. Ideally,
you have experience with Key Stage 2 pupils and knowledge of behaviour
management and safeguarding. A positive attitude toward learning and
professional growth is essential. If you have sports coaching
experience or relevant childcare qualifications, that's a bonus-but
most importantly, you love helping children thrive.
Benefits at Cognita:
*Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and
experience
*Enrolment in our company's pension scheme
*Free
lunch provided during Term Time
*School holidays and public
holidays
*Free parking on site (subject to
availability)
*School fee discount
*Exclusive third-party
discounts
*Ongoing professional development
How to Apply:
Complete this application before
the closing date: 9am, Thursday 12th March
2026.
Interview date: Thursday 19th
March 2026.
Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all
staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are
subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the
school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included
within the Application Guidance.
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.