Experienced Teaching Assistant - Penwortham Primary School

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Penwortham Primary School in London is seeking an Experienced Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team on a 1-year fixed term contract with the possibility of extension. Term time only (39 weeks), 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am–4pm, with a salary of £26,791 per annum (Scale 1D point 3).

Applicants should have a good understanding of lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives, and possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills to support

Qualifications

• A good understanding of lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives is essential.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work constructively in supporting children in whole school activities.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children to maximise learning opportunities and help every pupil reach their full potential.
• Support children in whole school activities and contribute to the overall ethos of the school.

Skills

Teaching

SEN support

Lesson planning

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Experienced Teaching Assistant£26,791 per annum (Scale 1D point 3)36 hours per week (Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm)Term Time Only (39 weeks)1 Year Fixed Term with possibility extending to a permanent contract

Our school has been recognised as an IQM Flagship school and Centre of Excellence for Inclusion and won the category of Most Inclusive Practice across a School at the National Special Educational Needs and Disability Awards. If you would like to be part of our continued journey to meet the needs of our children and are looking for a fresh new challenge, then do not hesitate to join us.

Our well established and popular school would welcome applications from Teaching Assistants who would like the opportunity to build positive relationships with children maximising their learning opportunities ensuring that all children reach their full potential.

A good understanding of the importance of lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives is essential therefore you need to have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to be able to work constructively in supporting children in whole school activities. You should be resilient in your approach to challenging situations.

Penwortham is a dynamic and caring school known for its commitment to the wellbeing of our staff and also recognises that continuing professional development is of great importance. All posts within Penwortham are expected to contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school and a willingness to participate in training and other learning activities as required.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Closing date: 08 October 2026 (at noon) Interview date: 12 October 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is not exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, a soft online presence check and an overseas police check if applicable.

Penwortham Primary School Penwortham Road, London SW16 6RJ Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail] Website: www.penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk Head: Sandie Andrews Roll: (657) – Group 4