Teaching Assistant

St. Andrew's School has a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant to start September 2026. The role is 35 hours per week, term time only (36 weeks a year), with an actual salary of £19,659.

The position will be based mainly in Key Stage 2, with experience in upper Key Stage 2 considered advantageous. Responsibilities include supporting teaching and learning in the classroom and leading intervention sessions with small groups of pupils.

We are looking for a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, organized, creative, dedicated, and a positive team player, willing to take on extra curricular responsibilities such as Before and After School Clubs and Holiday Club.

• Be positive and adaptable
• Be creative, dedicated, enthusiastic and inspirational
• Work under the direction and guidance of class teachers
• Be a team player within a happy, hard working staff team
• Be committed to providing high quality learning and experiences for all children
• Be willing to take on some extra curricular responsibilities (Before and After School Clubs and Holiday Club are paid in addition)

• Pupils who are polite, confident and keen to do their best
• Small class sizes
• Well resourced classrooms
• Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development
• Exceptional support from the SLT and colleagues
• Supportive parents and staff who want the best for our children
• Delicious free lunches
• PPA time
• Discounted Pre School/Main School fees for your own child/ren

This is a permanent role, working 35 hours per week, term time only.

St. Andrew's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (Enhanced DBS Check).