Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

To commence ASAP
Term time only, 38 weeks per annum

We are looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support our Teachers in delivering high quality learning.  The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person new to learning support. This role may also suit someone considering teaching as a future career, and wishes to gain experience supporting teaching and learning.

Good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team is essential, as well as a love of learning and the desire to support our children achieve the best they can.

We are a large primary school, located on the borders of South West London, with 620 pupils from Reception to Year 6.  The school is part of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership which includes Hinchley Wood School located on the same site. 

This is an exciting time to join the school, and our growing Trust, helping to shape a new era of development and growth so that all children are able to reach their full potential.  We offer:

• highly motivated children with a love of learning
• family friendly term time working
• competitive salary and annual performance progression;
• professional development support; 
• two weeks’ autumn half term; and
• membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution

The successful candidates would be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. The working pattern is Monday - Friday, term time only, 8.30am-3.30pm. The starting salary is  £17, 962 for 32.5 hours per week, term time only 38 weeks per annum. 

Application packs and further details are available from our website:  http://www.hinchleywoodschool.co.uk/243/vacancies   If you have questions prior to application, please email hr@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk 

Latest closing date for applications is Wednesday 8 January 2025 (9am)

We welcome early applications and we reserve the right to interview, and appoint prior to the application deadline if we believe that the right candidate has come forward so, please do get. your application in as soon as you make the decision that Hinchley Wood is the right place for you.