Teaching Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Work life and family friendly policies

Career progression

Job summary

Springfield Primary School is seeking an outstanding Teaching Assistant to support children in meeting their educational needs and to help ensure outstanding learning within a supportive school community.

You will join a dedicated and nurturing team within the GLF Schools family, with opportunities to collaborate across a cluster of schools and access professional development.

Qualifications

• Passion for developing children and supporting their learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and encourage children and work with others to promote inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support children to meet their educational needs and ensure outstanding learning.
• Be part of a dedicated, nurturing teaching team within the school.

Skills

Passion for developing children

Excellent communication

Motivate and encourage

Team player

Promote inclusion

Job description

Are you looking to work in a high performing and supportive school, where you can make a genuine difference?

Your opportunity

If you have a passion for working with young people, with a focus on children’s learning, their social and emotional development and are looking to work within a supportive and professional team, Springfield Primary School would love to hear from you!

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant, who will play a key role in supporting children to meet their educational needs, ensuring outstanding learning. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated and nurturing team.

What we are looking for:

• We are looking for a candidate who:Is passionate about developing our childrenHas excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is able to motivate and encourage the children
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Will positively promote inclusion and have high expectations for all children
• Is self-aware, reflective and keen to improve their practice with high aspirations both for themselves, their children and the schoolPlease read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Springfield Primary School

Springfield Primary School provides an exceptional learning environment where children academically flourish and emotionally thrive. Our innovative, thematic curriculum enables all children to learn well, developing a life-long love of learning.

The well-being of children is at the core of all school decisions, nurturing pupils as they develop: kindness, resilience, confidence and a sense of responsibility for themselves and others.

Our beautiful grounds and excellent facilities afford children a wealth of new learning experiences, including an array of extra-curricular activities to develop more broadly their skills and wider interests.

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Springfield Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Lightwater Village, Cordwalles, Pine Ridge and Lorraine. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils

Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness

43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England

We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity

Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemeFlexible working options

Work life and family friendly policies

Career pathways and talent management

Access to a staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The DetailsStart Date: September 2026Pay Scale: Associate 2.1 - £23,914Pro Rata Salary: £18,572.91Hours: Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 3.30pm (32.5 hours a week)Term Time: 39 weeks per year (including INSET days)Closing Date: Sunday 31st August at 11.59pmInterview date: TBC