Westway Trust
Teacher (After School)
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Teacher (After School)
Teacher (After-School) - £30.00 per hour, term-time only (6 hrs/week) | London, W10
About the Role
Are you a qualified teacher who enjoys helping children reach their full potential? Would you like a rewarding teaching role where you can make a genuine difference to children in the local community?
We're seeking an After School Teacher to join Westway Trust on a one-year fixed-term contract (with the possibility of extension). Based in North Kensington, you’ll deliver engaging after-school teaching to support children in the Traveller community, helping them build confidence and improve their reading, writing, and spelling skills.
You will teach children across the:
- Early Years Foundation Stage
- Key Stage 1 (ages 5–7)
- Key Stage 2 (up to age 8)
Teaching is primarily one-to-one, with occasional small group sessions, allowing you to provide personalised support tailored to each child’s needs.
Working hours: 6 hours weekly during term time (39 weeks/year):
- 4 hours teaching
- 2 hours lesson prep, outreach, and safeguarding documentation
- Supportive, flexible and impactful opportunities for teachers seeking term-time flexibility.
This role is perfect for a passionate After School Teacher who wants to inspire young learners while shaping their future.
Key Responsibilities
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- Deliver engaging after-school lessons, customised for individual learning needs
- Strengthen children’s progress in early literacy (reading, writing, and spelling)
- Use ICT and interactive learning techniques to foster achievement
- Collaborate with schools and the Traveller Teacher/Mentor to monitor progress, plan next steps, and align teaching with academic goals
- Maintain detailed records of lessons, safeguarding assessments, and children’s developmental progress
- Build positive family relationships to enhance support for learning at home
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and all Westway Trust procedures
- Prepare and maintain a safe, engaging, and structured learning environment
About the Company
Westway Trust is a dynamic, community-led charity based in North Kensington, West London. We are committed to nurturing holistic growth and education for young people from underrepresented backgrounds. As an employee, you’ll enjoy:
- Meaningful impact – Your work directly helps children overcome educational barriers and flourish.
- Collaborative culture – Working alongside passionate mentors, schools, and families to support long-term success.
- Local connection – An integral part of the North Kensington community in Portobello Road.
Benefits
- Salary: £30.00 per hour (£7,296 annualised, including 12.7% holiday pay)
- Flexible term-time hours (39 weeks/year)
- Opportunity to contribute to lasting educational development
- Meaningful engagement with the Traveller community
- Supportive environment and creative freedom to innovate lesson plans
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Essential Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), equivalent overseas qualification, or recognised teacher training
- Heading towards or having completed a degree in the UK (not mandatory but preferred)
- Previous experience teaching in Early Years or Key Stage 1/2 (desirable)
- Strong safeguarding awareness and policies
- Excellent communication and documentation skills (lesson planning, parent notes, progress reports)
- Comfortable with technology-integrated teaching
- An ability to collaborate with schools, colleagues, and families
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
Desirable/Welcome Experience
- Previous experience teaching children in Traveller communities or those with additional needs
- Innovative teaching resources (games, technology, hands-on activities)
Application process: Contact Westway Trust with your CV and cover letter outlining your teaching philosophy and commitment to this community-focused role.
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