We are working with a welcoming and high-performing primary school in the Clapham area of South London, close to excellent transport links. The school is seeking a French-speaking Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis, with the opportunity to move to a permanent contract for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils in a vibrant, inclusive setting with a strong focus on language learning and global citizenship.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils across EYFS and Key Stage 1/2 in class and small group settings

• Using French language skills to support bilingual learning and communication

• Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery, preparation, and behaviour support

• Providing targeted support to pupils who need additional help

• Contributing to a positive, nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

• Fluent or near-fluent French speaker

• Experience working with children in a primary school or early years setting (UK experience desirable)

• Passionate about education and child development

• Patient, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Eligible to work in the UK and able to start immediately

About the School:

• Rated “Good” by Ofsted, with strengths noted in:

  • A supportive and inclusive ethos

  • Strong leadership and clear vision

  • Positive behaviour and attitudes to learning

  • A curriculum that promotes language development and cultural awareness

• Friendly, collaborative staff team and supportive senior leadership

• Well-resourced classrooms and engaged families

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time position (Monday–Friday)

• Long-term role with temp-to-perm potential

• Competitive daily rate, paid weekly

• Ongoing support and professional development

• Immediate start available

If you are a French-speaking Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in a fantastic South London primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for an immediate start.

About Chalk

At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.

We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.

For more info please contact Reiss on 0203 657 8329.

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