Temporary Teaching Assistant - Part Time

Greensandacademytrust; Tadworth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Counselling services

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Greensand Multi Academy Trust is seeking a temporary Teaching Assistant at Kingswood Primary School in Tadworth. The role is 25 hours per week, term-time only, to cover sickness absence and support pupils with additional learning needs.

You will work with a supportive team to enhance teaching and learning, motivate pupils, and contribute to the wider life of the school. Previous SEND experience is desirable; energy, kindness and patience are valued attributes.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience supporting SEND children desirable.
• Candidates should be able to motivate and support learning, and to work as part of a team.
• Good communication, organisation and patience are important.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and inspire children to achieve their best in all areas of learning and behaviour.
• Commitment to inclusion, raising standards and high expectations.
• Excellent communicators with strong organisational and personal skills.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

Job description

# Temporary Teaching Assistant - Part TimeEmployer: Kingswood Primary SchoolLocation: Tadworth, SurreyContract Type: TemporaryHours: Part TimeSalary: £25,133.00 - £26,321.00 Annually (FTE) £14,630 PRPosted: 3rd September 2026Expires: 14th September 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1572034* Share :* PrintWe are looking to appoint a temporary Teaching Assistant who cares about providing both academic and nurture support in class for our wonderful children. This role is to cover a period of sickness absence and is expected to end on Friday 18 December 2026.Your role will be to work as part of a supportive team to enhance the teaching and learning opportunities for pupils, particularly those with additional learning needs. Relevant experience supporting SEND children in a school or childcare setting is desirable but if you feel you have the right qualities for the role and are keen to learn, we would love to hear from you. If you have energy, kindness, patience and enthusiasm, we can offer you an exciting opportunity where you can truly make a difference each day.The successful candidate will:* be able to motivate and inspire our children to achieve their best in all areas of learning and behaviour;* be committed to inclusion, high expectations and raising standards;* be excellent communicators with good organisational and personal skills; and* be enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school.In return we can offer you:* the opportunity to work with an exceptional team of staff who are committed to the success and welfare of every child in our Trust;* opportunities for professional growth both within the school and the wider Greensand Multi Academy Trust* an excellent staff assistance scheme with access to a range of wellbeing and health initiatives, including complimentary counselling, physiotherapy and a 24-hour online GP service* membership of a generous Local Government Pension SchemeWorking pattern is Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks pa). Candidates may wish to consider this role in conjunction with the Midday Meals Supervisor role advertised separately.Further information about the school can be found on our website. Candidates are also warmly invited to contact the school to discuss the role in more depth.Closing date for applications is Monday 14 September at 9am. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than this if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of our Trust. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support or require alternative formats, please contact us.Safeguarding StatementGreensand Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or worked outside the UK within the last 10 years. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to an online check in accordance with the updated KCSIE statutory guidance.