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Teaching & Wrap Assistant

Cognita
Pay £31492/annum
Location EC1M 6EA, London, EC1M 6EA
Contract time Full time, permanent

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Rated 7.9 out of 10, based on 14 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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About Cognita

Cognita is a global private schools group.

Job description from Cognita

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 a 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 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 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 and social development of our pupils. Working closely with the class teacher, you will assist in the delivery of engaging learning experiences while helping to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 to 11. Your responsibilities will encompass providing one-on-one support to individual students, aiding in group activities, and implementing strategies to enhance each child's learning journey. In the after-school setting, you will contribute to safe, creative play activities, ensuring that every child's needs are met. Your role will be central to fostering a positive atmosphere where children feel valued and inspired.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a September 2025 start date.

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Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual who has a genuine love for working with young children. You will have good basic education to GCSE level in literacy and numeracy, or the equivalent. You should also possess excellent communication and organisational skills along with the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Ideally, you will have experience supporting children with diverse needs and a good understanding of child development. A relevant qualification in Education or Childcare and a First Aid certificate are advantageous but not essential. If you are proactive, reliable, and committed to promoting children's wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits at Cognita
*Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
*Free lunch provided during Term Time
*School holidays and public holidays
*School fee discount
*Exclusive third-party discounts
*Professional Development

How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Friday 9th May 2025. Interviews will be held on Friday 16th May.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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

Job insights from Breakroom

Teaching assistants

Teaching assistants support teachers and help children with their educational needs

What you’ll do as a teaching assistant:

  • Support teachers in the classroom
  • Support children with their educational needs
  • Be responsible for the health and safety of children
  • Listen, support and teach children

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Standing
  • Sitting
  • Physical activities
  • Using a computer
  • Emotionally demanding duties

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EC1M 6EA, London, EC1M 6EA

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What employees say

Pay

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  • Only some people are paid a living wage

    Do Cognita pay a living wage?

    Some people are not paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    40% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

Hours and flexibility

    Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it to take sick leave at Cognita?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    90% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

Workplace

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  • Most people aren’t stressed

    Is it stressful to work at Cognita?

    Most people don’t feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    70% of people say they don’t feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Good
  • Most people recommend their team

    Do people at Cognita recommend working with their team?

    Most people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    70% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

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  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do workers feel well informed about how Cognita is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    50% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

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