Teaching Assistant

Oakhyrst Grange School; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A small independent preparatory school in England is seeking a Full-time Teaching Assistant to support students aged 3 to 11. This role includes working closely with teachers to enhance student learning and requires a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare. The school offers excellent facilities and a supportive environment. This position is critical to ensuring effective educational support and fostering a safe learning atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience or a background in education, particularly with children aged 3 to 11 years.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching assistant support across the school.

Job description

Position Details

Oakhyrst Grange School, a small co‑educational independent preparatory school in Caterham, is looking to appoint a Full‑time Teaching Assistant (5 days a week, Term‑time only 8.00am to 5.00pm).

Within the extensive grounds surrounding Oakhyrst Grange School there are a range of educational, recreational and sporting facilities. Our sporting facilities include a Multi‑Use Games Area (netball, hockey, cricket and tennis), Cross Country Course, Athletics Area, Heated Indoor Swimming Pool, Purpose‑built Sports Hall (also used for school plays, productions and daily assemblies) and a woodland area that offers opportunities for Forest schools and outdoor science and nature lessons.

Oakhyrst Grange also offers all‑year‑round play with its all‑weather playground and play equipment. The school facilities are among the very best of any independent preparatory school, both indoors and outdoors.

• Replacement position effective from 23rd February 2026
• Age range ~ 3 to 11 years.
• Responsible to the Head Teacher and Board of Governors.

Specific Duties

• To provide teaching assistant support across the school.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 6th January 2026

Short‑listed candidates will be called for interview with c 12th January 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Oakhyrst Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. At this school we respect and value all children and are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for our pupils so that they can learn in a relaxed and secure atmosphere. We believe that every pupil should be able to participate in all school activities in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from harm. This is the responsibility of every adult employed by, or invited to deliver services at Oakhyrst Grange School. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard all who access school and promote the welfare of all of our pupils by protecting them from physical, sexual and emotional abuse, neglect and bullying.