Teaching Assistant

The Danesfield Manor School; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary reviews

Professional development

Career progression opportunities

Childcare fee discounts

Pension scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £750

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Danesfield Manor School in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team from September 2026. The role supports pupils in and out of the classroom and contributes to a positive learning environment.

Applicants should have experience in a primary setting, SEND experience, GCSEs in English and Maths, and a patient, cooperative approach. The position is term-time only, Monday to Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm, 30 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children in a primary school setting and is confident supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom.
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND, helping them to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Has a patient, caring and positive approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children's learning, wellbeing and personal development.
• Can build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Is enthusiastic, adaptable and committed to creating a positive learning environment for all children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in and out of the classroom and assist with learning activities.
• Help pupils with SEND to access learning and achieve individual goals.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Primary experience

SEND support

Team player

Patient & caring

Relationship building

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Danesfield Manor School, Walton-on-Thames

Start Date: September 2026

Term Time Only | Monday to Friday | 9:00am to 4:00pm (30 hours per week)

Located in Walton on Thames, Danesfield Manor School is a one form entry school educating boys and girls from the age of 2 – 11 years of age. With strong values and growth mindset approach to learning, we empower our pupils with excellent knowledge, extensive vocabulary and innate confidence. We believe that a values based education enriches our teaching and learning, allows our pupils to achieve beyond their own expectations and prepares them for their life-long journey beyond Danesfield.

We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team from September 2026. The successful candidate should be passionate about children’s learning.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children in a primary school setting and is confident supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom.
• Has experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Has a patient, caring and positive approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children's learning, wellbeing and personal development.
• Can build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Is enthusiastic, adaptable and committed to creating a positive learning environment for all children.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent).
• Training or experience in supporting children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia or Speech and Language needs.
• Experience delivering 1:1 support or small group interventions in literacy and numeracy.

Lifeguard Qualification Opportunity

A key part of this role includes supporting our swimming provision.

Applicants must be willing to undertake lifeguard training as part of their professional development. Candidates who already hold a current lifeguard qualification are particularly encouraged to apply.

As part of the Inspired Learning Group, we offer:

• Annual salary reviews
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Career progression opportunities
• Childcare fee discounts
• Pension scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £750
• Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme

We look forward to your application. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

Danesfield Manor School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).