Teaching Assistant

St Lawrence Primary School; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Lawrence Primary School in Leatherhead is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers and adapt lessons for pupils in a caring, inclusive environment.

You will help individuals and groups with learning activities, contribute to pupil well-being, and promote independence with training provided. DBS checks and safeguarding compliance are required.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) is required.
• Enthusiasm, good listening skills, and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic IT skills and understanding of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering and evaluating learning programs, adapting materials to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Provide one-on-one and group support for students, including physical, emotional, and educational assistance.
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment, supporting pupils’ well-being and fostering their independence.
• Undertake personal care routines, if required, and contribute to activity planning.

Skills

Basic numeracy

Basic literacy

Good listening

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and motivated individual who is ready to make a real difference in the lives of our students. The ideal candidate will support teachers in adapting lessons, nurture student independence, and contribute to a caring, inclusive learning environment. Be part of a passionate team fostering growth, inclusion, and success for all learners.

St Lawrence Primary School has large, bright classrooms, all with access to their own outside space. St Lawrence has a modern, spacious school hall, a large school kitchen, a children's kitchen, a specialist learning hub and a newly extended library area with additional learning space for small group work. St Lawrence also has impressive outside facilities with a fantastic school field which includes an orchard, and an allotment area all of which are used during our Forest School sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in delivering and evaluating learning programs, adapting materials to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Provide one-on-one and group support for students, including physical, emotional, and educational assistance.
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment, supporting pupils’ well-being and fostering their independence.
• Undertake personal care routines, if required, and contribute to activity planning.

What We’re Looking For:

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills (e.g., GCSE English and Maths or equivalent).
• Enthusiasm, good listening skills, and an ability to follow instructions.
• Basic IT skills and understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
• Alignment with our values: Integrity, Partnership, Advocacy, Resilience, Compassion, and Aspiration.

Training will be provided, so prior experience is not essential, however an interest in 'Bringing out the Best' in every student/pupil in their learning outcomes.

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

The Howard Partnership Trust is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, age, or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.

As well as verification of identity, we ask all successful candidates to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

SAFEGUARDING AND FURTHER INFORMATION

The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The Howard Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Due to the nature of this role, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. In making your application, it is essential you disclose whether you have any pending charges, convictions, bind-overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up; any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action. The fact that a pending charge, conviction, bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment.