Teaching Assistant

Chennestone Primary School; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-school training

Professional development opportunities

Coaching opportunities

Job summary

Beauclerc & Chennestone Federation is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Sunbury-on-Thames. The role is fixed term, 32.5 hours per week during term time, supporting children in their learning and contributing to a calm, friendly classroom environment.

You will work with a supportive team and receive in-school training, with opportunities for professional development and coaching. Successful applicants will join a welcoming school community as part of the federation.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Positive approach with the children.

Skills

Relationship building

Patience

Resilience

Enthusiasm for learning

Organisation

Written and verbal communication

Education

GCSEs English & Maths

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Beauclerc & Chennestone FederationLocation: Sunbury-on-Thames, SurreyContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part Time, Term TimeContract Length: 1 academic yearSalary: £ 19,519 (£25,133.a. FTE)Posted: 28th July 2026Expires: 8th September 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1566920Job Reference: TA Autumn 2026* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Teaching Assistants Role**We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative teaching assistant to join our friendly, hardworking, supportive team. We are looking for motivated and dedicated people with vision and imagination, who are both committed to high standards of achievement and to supporting children in their learning.We can provide an ideal environment for anyone wishing to gain experience before training for HLTA or taking the next steps into teaching. This is a highly valued and responsible role in the school. It requires a good standard of basic skills (including GCSEs in both English and Mathematics), resilience and adaptability and a positive approach with the children. You will be provided with specific in-school training sessions.Please see our Teaching Assistant Job Profile for further details of the skills we are looking for. Please note salary quoted relates to 32.5 hours per week term-time. This role includes a period of lunch duty.**We are looking for someone who:*** Is able to build positive relationships with young people of all abilities* Is patient, resilient and kind* Is enthusiastic about learning* Is organised and a team player but also able to use their own initiative* Has a strong “can do” attitude* Has good written and verbal communication skills**We can offer you:*** attentive and enthusiastic children, engaged in their learning* a nurturing environment, where staff and children’s well-being is a priority* a calm and friendly learning environment in large bright classrooms* a supportive and friendly staff team, who are keen to share expertise and good practice* a commitment to your professional development with expert training and coaching opportunities* a warm and welcoming community.The closing date for the post is 08:00 am on Friday 4th September. Successful applicants will be invited to interview during week commencing 7th September. Please ensure, as far as possible, your referees are prepared to provide a reference with a short turnaround time.This is currently a fixed term position pending a review of our school structure.We are inviting prospective applicants to take a tour of the schools. Please do come and visit our schools so you can meet the pupils, staff and governors. You will be very welcome.**Please note, we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date and will consider applications as they are received.**### Safeguarding Statement:**Beauclerc & Chennestone Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment and safeguarding checks.**