Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

HLTA study support

Career development support

LGPS pension

Job summary

Saxon Primary School and Nursery in Shepperton, Middlesex, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team on a permanent basis. The role is 31.25 hours per week during term time (38 weeks), 8:30am–3:15pm, Monday to Friday, with a pro rata salary of £18,288 for part-time hours.

The school values inclusion, lifelong learning, and a positive team culture; opportunities for training and professional development are offered, including HLTA study and pension scheme membership.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of personal and emotional resilience.
• Patience and adaptability in a dynamic classroom.
• Ability and confidence to use initiative while respecting guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering teaching and learning activities.
• Assist with pupil welfare and inclusion in a two-form entry primary school.
• Carry out supervising duties during lesson time and transitions.
• Support the school’s safeguarding and wellbeing policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Patience

Flexibility

Initiative

Job description

Saxon Primary School and Nursery is a two-form entry primary school in Shepperton, Middlesex, with a diverse catchment and a wonderful team spirit. The whole school team is committed to ensuring a safe and happy environment where children love learning and thrive. We have a strong reputation for working collaboratively with other local schools and are constantly on the look-out for opportunities to enhance our provision. The right candidate will be joining a strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff who will work alongside you in a supportive and constructive way.

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for creating lifelong learners, committed to inclusion and equality and has a high expectation of themselves and every child. Main duties and responsibilities of the job are included in the job description attached to this advertisement along with a person specification giving details of the skills, qualifications and experience required for the roles.

Working Hours – 31.25 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year), to be worked 8:30am to 3:15pm Monday to Friday.

We are:

• A Good school with Outstanding leadership (Ofsted, November 2024)
• A cohesive school, where staff and governors are supportive
• An innovative school with excellent facilities

What we offer:

• A team of staff committed to supporting you
• Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schools
• Opportunities to study for the Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)

We are looking particularly for someone who has:

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High level of personal and emotional resilience
• Lots of patience
• Capacity to be flexible
• Ability and confidence to use initiative whilst respecting advice from professionals

Salary: PS3 FTE £25,133 (Pro rata £ 18,288)

The deadline for applications is Monday 30th November 2026.

We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 30th November 2026

Interviews: Monday 7th December 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

Saxon is part of the Lumen Learning Trust. For more information about the school or the Lumen Learning Trust itself, please look at our website.