Classroom Assistant – Kumon Upton Park

Classroom Assistant – Kumon Upton Park

We are looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic secondary school student to join our team as a Classroom Assistant at Kumon Upton Park.

This role is suitable for a student who is below GCSE level and is looking to gain valuable part-time work experience alongside their studies.

You will support the Instructor during Kumon sessions, help students with their Maths and English worksheets, and encourage younger students to become more confident and independent learners.

Some of our students are young children, so patience, kindness and a positive attitude are very important.

No previous teaching or work experience is required — full training will be provided.

We are particularly looking for someone who can make a long-term commitment and become a reliable member of our team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with their Maths and English worksheets
• Marking and checking students' work accurately
• Helping students understand their mistakes and encouraging them to work independently
• Supporting younger students when they need assistance
• Helping students develop good study habits and confidence
• Providing positive encouragement and constructive feedback
• Helping maintain a calm, friendly and organised classroom
• Working closely with the Instructor and other Classroom Assistants
• Helping with general classroom organisation when required

Job Requirements

• Currently studying below GCSE level
• Good Maths and English skills
• Friendly, patient and approachable
• Reliable and punctual
• Good attention to detail
• Comfortable working with younger children
• Able to communicate clearly and confidently
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to commit to regular weekly sessions
• Flexibility to work across weekdays and weekends

No Experience Required

You do not need previous teaching or work experience.

Full training will be provided. This is a great opportunity to gain your first work experience, develop communication and teamwork skills, and learn how to work responsibly with younger children.

Skills You Will Develop

• Communication and customer service
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Time management and organisation
• Responsibility and reliability
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Working with children
• Confidence and leadership skills

Job Details

Job Type: Part-time
Location: Kumon Upton Park, London
Work Location: In person
Pay: National Minimum Wage, according to age

Expected Hours:

• Flexible working across 3 days per week
• Flexible weekday availability
• Full flexibility at weekends
• Exact working days and hours can be discussed based on availability and the centre's timetable

We are looking for someone who is able to make a regular and long-term commitment to the role.

If you are a motivated student who enjoys Maths and English and would like to gain valuable work experience in a friendly learning environment, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £8.00-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person