Job Title: Classroom Assistant Location: Richmond, London Working Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 08:00?–?15:30 Salary: Paid to scale About the Role We are seeking a proactive, reliable Classroom Assistant to join our vibrant learning environment in Richmond. Working closely with teachers, you will help create a supportive, organised, and inclusive classroom that enables every student to thrive. Key Responsibilities - Support the teacher in delivering daily lessons, preparing resources and setting up equipment. - Supervise and engage students during class activities, group work, and transitions. - Monitor student behaviour, reinforcing school policies and fostering a positive atmosphere. - Provide one-to-one assistance to pupils who require additional support, including those with special educational needs. - Assist with marking, recording attendance, and maintaining accurate pupil data. - Contribute to the upkeep of a clean, safe, and well-ordered classroom environment. Essential Requirements - GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics; further qualifications are desirable. - Experience working with children in an educational or care setting. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents. - Excellent organisational abilities and a calm, patient demeanour. - Commitment to safeguarding and a clear DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one). What We Offer - Competitive salary aligned with the national pay scale. - Continuous professional development and training opportunities. - A collaborative, supportive team culture within a well-established school. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jake White&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068</strong></strong>