Teaching Assistant

LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in London is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their motivated team. This role focuses on supporting pupils with diverse needs, promoting independence, and fostering a positive learning environment. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about education and personal development.

Benefits

Personalised induction programme

Positive and supportive team

Staff wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Passionate about transforming young people's lives.
• Willingness to make a difference in a Special School setting.

Responsibilities

• Support every pupil to achieve their potential.
• Work within a skilled team to provide quality education.

Skills

Creativity

Innovation

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Teaching Assistant

£22,299 per annum Actual (Scale 1C, point 2)

32.5 Hours per week

Term Time Only - 39 Weeks per year

Start Date: ASAP

Do you want to be part of a successful team?

Are you a creative and innovative practitioner?

Are you committed to continuing professional development?

We have several openings to join our highly motivated and skilled team as a Teaching Assistant.

As a Teaching Assistant you will play a central role in ensuring that every pupil at Linden Lodge achieves their potential, whatever their needs may be.

This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about transforming young peoples’ lives, promoting independence and has a desire to develop their career in a Special School setting. You'll be working within an experienced team of colleagues committed to providing high quality support and education to the children and young people across the school.

You do not need to have previous experience as full training will be provided from our experienced team. You just need the drive and willingness to make a difference to the lives of the children and young people at the school.

We can offer you:

• Personalised induction programme
• A positive and supportive team
• A staff wellbeing programme

If you would like more information about this role, please contact the school on 0208 7880107 to arrange an informal discussion.

To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page.

Completed applications should be emailed to: [e-mail].

You can also download an application and details from the school website https://www.lindenlodge.wandsworth.sch.uk/vacancies

Closing Date: 23 May 2025 (at noon)

Shortlisting: 23rd May 2025

Interview Date: 05 June 2025

Linden Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, an enhanced DBS will be required.

At Linden Lodge we recognise our people are a great strength, we consider the diverse talents they bring to our workforce and are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy in advance of the closing date if there is a good level of response. We recommend applicants submit applications as early as possible. We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

CVs are not accepted.

Linden Lodge School
61 Princes Way
London
SW19 6JB
Telephone: [phone]