Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Walton On The Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is actively seeking Teaching Assistants for a SEND primary school in Walton on Thames. You will support pupils with varied needs, helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to learn, alongside teachers and the school team.

This hands-on role covers classroom, outdoor, and enrichment activities, focusing on positive relationships, independence, and progress for every pupil.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for individuals who genuinely want to make a difference to young people.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent.
• Caring, patient and compassionate approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children.
• Calm and resilient in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually, in small groups and in the classroom to access learning and achieve personal goals.
• Deliver engaging and personalised learning activities alongside teachers.
• Build positive and trusting relationships to help pupils feel safe and understood.
• Provide calm, consistent support for emotional well-being and behaviour.
• Encourage development of confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Adapt approach to individual needs and learning styles.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Recognise and celebrate pupil progress and achievements.

Skills

Caring personality

Patience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Teacher Active is looking for Teaching Assistants for their client SEND primary school.

As a Teaching Assistant at our client school based in Walton on Thames, you’ll support children and young people with varied and complex needs, helping them feel safe, understood and ready to learn. Working alongside teachers and the wider school team, you’ll provide personalised support that helps every pupil make progress in a way that is meaningful to them.

This is a varied, hands-on role where learning can happen in the classroom, outdoors or through enrichment activities. You’ll build positive relationships, encourage independence and celebrate every achievement along the way.

What you will be doing

• Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within the classroom to access learning and achieve their personal goals
• Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging and personalised learning activities
• Building positive and trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued, and understood
• Providing calm and consistent support for pupil's emotional well-being and positive behaviour
• Encouraging the development of confidence, independence, communication, and social skills
• Supporting learning through classroom activities, outdoor experiences, and wider enrichment opportunities
• Adapting your approach to individual needs, recognising that every pupil learns and communicates differently
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
• Recognising and celebrating progress, helping pupils see what they can achieve

What you will bring

• We’re looking for someone who genuinely wants to make a difference to young people and understands that progress looks different for every pupil.
• You’ll need:
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 or C or above, or equivalent
• A caring, patient, and compassionate approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with children.
• A calm and resilient attitude when faced with challenging situations
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A flexible and adaptable approach to supporting different needs and learning styles
• Enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved in a variety of learning and school activities
• A genuine commitment to helping young people build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their potential

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.