1:1 Part-time Lower School Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic Part-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a lower school student at ACS International School Cobham from August 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person’s educational experience by providing personalised academic and pastoral support.

Working on a one-to-one basis, you will support the student throughout each school morning, helping them access the curriculum, remain engaged in lessons, and develop confidence and independence. You will work closely with teaching staff, the Learning Support team, and parents to ensure the student receives the support they need to thrive.

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 12:30pm
Term time only

• Provide tailored one-to-one support across a range of curriculum subjects.
  Encourage focus, engagement, organisation, and independent learning
• Adapt learning materials and teaching approaches to meet the student’s individual needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the Learning Support team, and parents to ensure consistent support
• Promote the student’s social, emotional, and personal development
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
• An understanding of supporting students with additional learning needs (SEN experience is desirable but not essential)
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their full potential
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

Start Date:

Mid-August 2026

Contract:

Part-time, mornings only, term time only

Location:

ACS International School Cobham, Cobham, KT11 1BL

Salary:
Fixed rate (details available on application)

ACS is committed to inclusion across race, gender, faith, identity and abilities. We believe that diversity helps us to fulfil our purpose, realise our vision and exemplify our values.

ACS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and employees of ACS are expected to share this commitment. This position is therefore subject to pre-employment compliance checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.