Teaching Assistant/Midday Meals Supervisor

LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Battersea seeks a dedicated Teaching and Learning Assistant/Midday Supervisor. You will support pupils with special educational needs, facilitating their development and communication with parents and professionals. This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants or aspiring Teachers looking to enhance their skills in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with pupils having special educational needs is necessary.
• Desirable experience in supporting early reading and phonics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in learning and support for children with additional needs.
• Liaise with colleagues, parents, and other professionals.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Passion for working with children

Education

Good levels of English and Maths

Job description

35 hours per week (8.30am - 4pm) includes 30-minute lunch break
Term time only (39 weeks)

We are seeking to appoint a talented Teaching and Learning Assistant/Midday Supervisor to join our happy, thriving and successful primary school in Battersea.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate good levels of English and Maths, along with experience in working with pupils with special educational needs. Effective communication skills are essential, as you will be required to liaise with colleagues, parents, and other professionals. A passion for working with children with additional needs and a commitment to ensuring their successful development are also key requirements. Desirable qualities include experience in supporting children with early reading and phonics.

This position would be suitable for an experienced Teaching Assistant or an aspiring Teacher, offering an excellent opportunity to gain the skills and experience needed to progress onto teacher training. The successful candidate must be willing to engage in professional development as necessary.

If you are interested in applying for this role or know someone who might be suitable, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the school office for further information.

To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page.

Alternatively, Application forms can be downloaded from the advert, or you can request an application form at [e-mail]

Completed applications should be returned to the school office or emailed to [e-mail]

CVs are not accepted but can be sent as part of the completed application form.

Closing date: 09July 2025 (at 9am)
Shortlisting: 09 July 2025
Interviews 10/11 July 2025

“The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Marys Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.”

“The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.”

The Federation Of Sacred Heart and St Mary’s Catholic Primary Schools, Battersea

St Mary’s RC Primary School

7 St Joseph’s Street

Battersea, SW8 4EN
Tel no: 0207 622 5460

Email: [e-mail]
Web site address: https://www.stmarysschoolbattersea.co.uk/

Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Brading

Associate Headteacher: Mrs C Mitchell