Teaching Assistant

Eteach International; Tandridge; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamsey Green Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support the development and education of children in the classroom and on a group basis. The role involves assisting in delivering programmes, tracking pupil progress, and promoting independence under the guidance of the class teacher.

The post requires flexibility, reliability, and a commitment to safeguarding. The school values inclusive practices and a safe, supportive learning environment for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Support development and education of children in schools.
• Assist in delivering and evaluating programmes for individual pupils and groups.
• Maintain well-being and personal development of pupils while encouraging independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1-1 and group support / intervention and monitor pupil performance.
• Assist class teacher with planning, materials, and preparation of activities.
• Record observations and liaise with parents and staff as required.
• Support safeguarding and welfare in line with policy and procedures.

Skills

1-1 support

Group support

Pupil monitoring

Job description

* Teaching Assistant# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Warlingham, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: TLT3 £15,249.00 Pro rated (£24,330 FTE)Posted: 28th September 2026Start Date: 23rd November 2026Expires: 9th October 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 23rd November 2026Job ID: 1576451Start Date: 23rd November 2026* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1576451* Share :Job PurposeTo support the development and education of children in schoolsKey OutputsTo support the class teacher with their responsibility for the development and education of children in schools.To assist an individual teacher, or teachers, in delivering and evaluating programmes and adapting teaching materials to suit the particular requirements of individual pupils and groups.To assist in meeting the pupils' need for encouragement, reassurance and comfort while encouraging independence at all times. To assist with personal care if required.Representative AccountabilitiesSupport DeliveryDeliver 1-1 and/or group support / intervention and monitor pupil performance, including those who have physical, emotional or educational needs, under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff.Use of relevant tools/equipment.Carry out routine tasks to organise and maintain the learning environment.Ensure all well-being, behaviour and personal development of pupils.May carry out personal care routines as appropriate.Maybe required to respond to pupils' needs in routine, pre-agreed tasks (including routine medical needs).To ensure effective liaison with parents and to attend Parents' Evenings, meetings and events as specified in the school's annual calendar.Planning and OrganisingPlan own set tasks within the day.Ensure materials and equipment are available as and when required.Maybe required to contribute with activity planning.Analysis, Reporting and DocumentationMay need to make records of activities/observations for further submission to supervisor as per instructions.Work with othersRespond to individual needs and/or answer simple queries politely and ask for assistance where necessary.Report any concerns, problems or incidents, e.g. safeguarding, behaviour, breakdowns, and deficiencies, in accordance with relevant reporting procedures.Liaise with parents, visitors, and contractors in a courteous manner, to promote a positive image of the site.SafeguardingAll staff have a responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with the school Safeguarding and Child Protection PolicyDuties for allAll support staff are expected to undertake other reasonable duties in support of and to contribute to the smooth operations of our schools. For example, this may include exam invigilation, accompanying school trips, first aid duties etc.Values: To uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation.Equality & Diversity: To work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity.Health, Safety & Welfare: To maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Welfare at work and take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others.The Core National Standards for Supporting Teaching & Learning: To understand and carry out role in line with agreed standards, expectations & qualifications. Contribute to and influence children's learning and personal development.To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedures.Role SummaryRoles at this level provide support in a defined area using play equipment, powered tools and equipment. They perform a limited range of well-established routines within basic procedures under regular supervision. They are generally practical roles but require some previous work experience. The work is typically to daily deadlines; some organising of their own workload may be required but timescales will be hour-to-hour and day-to-day. The nature of planning in these roles is development and supervision to meet children learning needs.Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the recruitment process once a suitable candidate is appointed.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to the filtering rules which 'protect' certain spent convictions and cautions from disclosure.Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances of your offences. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a DBS check with you before withdrawing a conditional offer of employment.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected'. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The Ministry of Justice's guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Tandridge Learning Trust 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 candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check### Hamsey Green Primary SchoolPart of### Tandridge Learning Trust