Teaching Assistant

Whyteleafe School; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible working

Generous holidays

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Chestnut Park Primary School in Croydon is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support the class teacher and help pupils access an engaging curriculum. You will work as part of a committed team to foster a nurturing, inclusive environment and assist children to reach their potential.

The role requires enthusiasm, patience, and a track record of working with children with SEN, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above. Term-time hours apply, with 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate should be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated.
• Able to develop positive relationships with young children.
• Able to stay calm and objective with unusual or challenging behaviour.
• Experience of working with children with SEN is desirable.
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.
• Confident and clear communicator with parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in accessing an engaging curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and support their learning.
• Assist with management of behaviours and SEN needs as required.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers as part of the school team.

Skills

Be dynamic enthusiastic motivated

Develop positive relationships with i

Stay calm in challenging behaviour

Experience with SEN pupils

Team player

Confident communicator with parents

Education

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Chestnut Park Primary SchoolLocation: Croydon, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeSalary: £20,701.66 + Outer London Weighting AllowancePosted: 7th September 2026Expires: 20th September 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1572468Job Reference: CHE019024025* Share :* Print**We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team at Chestnut Park Primary. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils, supporting their learning and development in a nurturing and inclusive environment. If you are enthusiastic, patient, and committed to helping children reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you!****Your opportunity**The successful candidate will support the class teacher in accessing an engaging curriculum. They will be a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life and be a strong team player.**The successful candidate should:*** Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated* Be able to develop positive relationships with young children* Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour* Have experience of working with children with SEN* Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team* Be a confident and clear communicator with parents* Have GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above*Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.***About Chestnut Park Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster**Our School sits within an established clusterof Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Chestnut Park, our clusterincludes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, WhyteleafePrimary School, Warlingham Village Primary School, Marden Lodge Primary School,and Hillcroft Primary School .This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise andexperience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.**Join the GLF Schools Community**As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.* A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education**GLF Schools Employment Offer**GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish* Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme* Flexible working options* Generous holiday allowance* Work life and family friendly policies* Employee wellbeing initiatives* Career pathways and talent management* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: ASAPSalary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £24,751 + Outer London Weighting AllowanceActual Salary: £20,701.66 + Outer London Weighting AllowanceHours: 35hrs a week (08:30-16:00 Mon to Fri) - term time onlyClosing Date: 20 Sept 2026### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26Teaching Assistant - JD CHETeaching Assistant - PS CHE### Safeguarding Statement:GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.