Teaching Assistant

WANDLE LEARNING TRUST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wandle Learning Trust in Battersea, London, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join Chesterton Primary School. You will support teachers in lessons, help nurture a calm, inclusive classroom, and contribute to a positive learning environment for all pupils.

We welcome graduates looking to progress in education and offer strong professional development and DBS safeguarding checks. The role is full-time, 32.5 hours per week, with a permanent contract and opportunities to train towards

Qualifications

• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
• Calm, patient and able to inspire children.
• Graduate-friendly with potential training to become a teacher.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in teaching and learning.
• Contribute to a purposeful learning environment.
• Assist with safeguarding and welfare of students.
• Collaborate with staff to raise standards.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Teaching Assistant at Chesterton Primary School

• Job Reference #: EDV/2026/CPS/12013
• Location: Dagnall Street, Battersea, London, Greater London, SW11 5DT
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £30,225.00 Annually (FTE)
• Actual Salary: £23,543.63
• Hours Per Week: 32.5
• Closing Date: Midnight, Tue 1st Sep, 2026
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Positions Available: 1
• Interview Date(s): Week beginning 7th September 2026

About this Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and dedicated staff. You would support the classroom teachers in teaching and learning, and contribute to a purposeful learning environment.

You will be calm and patient with the ability to inspire and motivate children. Excellent literacy and numeracy skills are essential as well as the ability to work as part of a team. We would strongly welcome graduates looking to further their career in education with a possibility of training to become a teacher.

We can offer:

• Excellent professional development including access to teacher training
• Highly rewarding children
• A caring and supportive whole school community which is culturally diverse and inclusive

We would love to hear from you if you are committed to inclusive education and raising standards.

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 subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Children's Barred List check.

The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff. We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

The Academy welcomes applications from disabled candidates. If you have a disability, please indicate any adjustments we might make when applying in order to ensure that the shortlisting process is fair and meets your needs.

CVs are not accepted.

Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September (Midnight)

Interviews: w/ 7th September 2026