Primary Teaching Assistant

St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary; Godalming; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support children from Nursery to Year 6 in a vibrant learning environment. This full-time position, term-time only, offers the chance to develop within a supportive staff team and may lead to teaching opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess at least GCSEs in English and Maths, with a passion for nurturing young learners.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write fluently.
• Desirable: SEN experience.
• Confidence to work with pupils from Nursery to Year 6.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children’s learning from Nursery to Year 6.
• Undertaking playground duties and assisting class teacher.
• Preparing resources for lessons.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Self-confidence

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Education

GCSE grades of at least ‘C’ in English and Maths

Job description

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St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic, talented Teaching Assistant to nurture and support our children whilst inspiring them to learn new things.

St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School are looking for a full time (term time only) enthusiastic, talented, energetic Teaching Assistants to help progress children and inspire them to learn new things.

An excellent opportunity to join a school in The Good Shepherd Trust academy within easy reach of Guildford and the A3. St Mark and All Saints have well-resourced classrooms and a supportive staff team.

If a route into teaching is your destiny, the school can provide a package to support this growth; we will mentor you and provide opportunities for further development.

The role will include responsibilities such as: supporting children’s learning (Nursery to Year 6), undertaking playground duties, preparing resources, assisting the class teacher as well as a lunch duty. There is also the possibility of additional hours working in our Wraparound care Treetops.

School: St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School, Godalming, Surrey GU7 2LD

Start Date: 3 September 2025

Salary: Grade B (£22,919) FTE (£17539.93 annually (actual))

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week term time only - (8:30am - 3:30pm)

What we are looking for:

GCSE grades of at least ‘C’ in English and Maths

The ability to read and write fluently and confidence in maths

Self-confidence, common sense and maturity

A good sense of humour and effective communication skills

Adaptability and enthusiasm

SEN experience (desirable but not essential)

Be confident to work with pupils from Nursery to Year 6

Closing date: Monday 30 June 2025 mid-day

Interview: Thursday 10 July 2025

Safeguarding Statement:

The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Safeguarding Statement

St Mark and All Saints C of E Primaryis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy is available on request and on the school website www.stmarkallsaints.uk

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St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic, talented Teaching Assistant to nurture and support our children whilst inspiring them to learn new things.

St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School are looking for a full time (term time only) enthusiastic, talented, energetic Teaching Assistants to help progress children and inspire them to learn new things.

An excellent opportunity to join a school in The Good Shepherd Trust academy within easy reach of Guildford and the A3. St Mark and All Saints have well-resourced classrooms and a supportive staff team.

If a route into teaching is your destiny, the school can provide a package to support this growth; we will mentor you and provide opportunities for further development.

The role will include responsibilities such as: supporting children’s learning (Nursery to Year 6), undertaking playground duties, preparing resources, assisting the class teacher as well as a lunch duty. There is also the possibility of additional hours working in our Wraparound care Treetops.

School: St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School, Godalming, Surrey GU7 2LD

Start Date: 3 September 2025

Salary: Grade B (£22,919) FTE (£17539.93 annually (actual))

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week term time only - (8:30am - 3:30pm)

What we are looking for:

GCSE grades of at least ‘C’ in English and Maths

The ability to read and write fluently and confidence in maths

Self-confidence, common sense and maturity

A good sense of humour and effective communication skills

Adaptability and enthusiasm

SEN experience (desirable but not essential)

Be confident to work with pupils from Nursery to Year 6

Closing date: Monday 30 June 2025 mid-day

Interview: Thursday 10 July 2025

Safeguarding Statement:

The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Safeguarding Statement

St Mark and All Saints C of E Primaryis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy is available on request and on the school website www.stmarkallsaints.uk