KS1 Teaching Assistant Basic

About the school

Richmond Park School is an exciting new project located in a highly attractive residential area well connected to the centre of Madrid. The school opened with Early Years and Primary in September 2019 and is led by two highly experienced directors of education, supported by a strong private company with vast experience of British education in Spain. As planned, the school is growing substantially. Early Years through to Year 6 are already at full capacity with three classes per year group. The school also has a Secondary section up to Year 12.

The school focuses on the academic and holistic development of each pupil. Its broad English curriculum, further extended through co-curricular projects and experiences, empowers all pupils to fulfil their potential through acquiring high-level knowledge, deep understanding, and extensive skills. Pupils become creative, independent, and reflective thinkers and effective communicators. Core moral and ethical values, such as respect, kindness, and integrity, underpin the educational process. Pupils are encouraged to be generous and supportive, developing a deep commitment to social and environmental action.

Richmond Park School provides a tranquil yet stimulating learning environment. Teachers guide pupils and facilitate their learning, while pupils often take the lead in thinking, exploring, problem-solving and creating. Teaching and learning are joyful, surprising, and dynamic.

The role

We are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic teaching assistant to join the well-established EYFS and Primary section of the school. The position is available from 1 September 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher with classroom management and provide individual support to students during lessons to enhance their learning experience.
• Lead small group sessions to provide targeted support and interventions, ensuring all students can progress at their own pace.
• Support children’s early reading development through structured phonics programmes.

Requirements

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification (desirable).
• Speak and write fluent English as a first or second language.
• Evidence of recent, successful teaching experience of the English National Curriculum (desirable).
• Proficiency in teaching phonics and supporting children’s early reading development through structured phonics programmes.
• Experience in leading small group sessions to provide targeted support and interventions (desirable).
• Must be settled in Madrid and hold the TIE or papers to work legally from 1 September 2026.

Benefits & package

• Internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity for future posts of responsibility with allowances.
• Free breakfast and lunches at school.

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob. Further information will be provided for short-listed candidates.