Teaching Assistant (Full Time)

Salary: Surrey Pay Grade PS3/PS4 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full Time, Term Time Only (plus INSET days)
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible

Join our team at St Paul's CofE Primary School & Nursery

St Paul's is a welcoming, inclusive and ambitious Church of England primary school where children are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our caring ethos, high expectations and strong sense of community, and we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team.

This is a full-time position and the successful candidate may be based in Early Years, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, depending on experience and the needs of the school.

The role will include supporting teaching and learning in the classroom, delivering interventions, and providing 1:1 or small-group support for pupils who need additional help to succeed.

About the role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils' learning and development in the classroom.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Provide targeted support for individual pupils and small groups.
• Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Encourage children to become confident, independent learners.
• You may also have the opportunity to support pupils within Evergreen, our specialist nurture provision, where we help children develop the confidence, emotional regulation and resilience they need to thrive in school.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about working with children.
• Has high expectations for every child.
• Is patient, caring and resilient.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Is flexible, organised and willing to learn.
• Has a positive approach to supporting children with a range of needs, including SEND.
• Will support the Christian vision and values of our school.
• We can offer:
• Friendly, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• A positive and inclusive school community.
• High-quality professional development and training.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.
• The chance to make a real difference to children's lives every day.

Previous experience of working with children is desirable but not essential. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, commitment and a genuine desire to help children succeed.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the School Office.

St Paul's CofE Primary School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online checks and all other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint prior to the closing date.