Teaching Assistant (fixed term)

Bourne Education Trust; Banstead; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & holidays

Training & development

Wellbeing support

Discount platform

Work-life balance

Family-friendly policies

Free parking

Sick pay

Job summary

Woodmansterne Primary School and Nursery, part of Bourne Education Trust, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant in Banstead, Surrey. The role is term-time and fixed-term for the rest of the academic year ending July 2027, with 16 hours 40 minutes per week (12.00-15.20).

The post reports to the Headteacher and involves supporting learning, planning and delivering intervention programmes to pupils, under the direction of the class teacher.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification).
• Evidence of effective continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils.
• Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning.
• Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and needs.

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

About Woodmansterne Primary School And Nursery

Woodmansterne Primary School is a thriving 2-form entry school with a nursery, located in a semi-rural community on the edge of Surrey. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we benefit from a comprehensive support network and collaborative environment.

Our school motto, "Growing Learners for Life," applies to both staff and pupils. We provide a first-class education that recognises and fulfils the academic, social, and emotional potential of every child. Our large, well-resourced grounds including our Little Oaks Farm coupled with an engaging curriculum offer enriching, aspirational learning opportunities.

At Woodmansterne, we are proud of our inclusive and welcoming atmosphere where pupils are well-behaved and eager to learn.

We prioritise staff and pupil wellbeing. Our dedicated team is supported by a well-resourced school with modern facilities and technology, effective CPD, and a positive culture that promotes work-life balance, empowering you to grow and excel in your career.

Details

Job title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Banstead, Surrey

Contract: Term time, fixed term contract for the rest of the academic year ending July 2027

Hours: 16 hours 40 mins per week (Monday to Friday, 12.00-15.20)

Salary: Support Pay Scale 3 (FTE £25,132; Actual £9295)

Responsible to: Headteacher

Key Responsibilities Include

• Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils
• Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning
• Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and needs

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
• Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

Benefits

• Generous pension and holiday entitlement
• training and development
• recognition policies
• wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP)
• access to discount platform
• work-life balance
• family-friendly policies
• free parking
• occupational sick pay