Teaching Assistant in Long Ditton, Surrey

TEACHING ASSISTANT

Location: Kingston, Surrey
Salary: £21,500 to £25,500 per annum
Contract: Permanent or temp-to-perm, full-time
Start: ASAP

About the role

We're recruiting a teaching assistant for a permanent or temp-to-perm position at a specialist independent school near Kingston. You'll work in small classes supporting academically able young people who learn best outside mainstream settings.

As a teaching assistant, you'll provide classroom support across small groups, helping pupils access a rich academic curriculum tailored to their needs. You'll work within a dedicated, supportive team where every student is valued and understood.

Your role includes:

• Providing classroom support in small class settings
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum
• Building positive relationships with students
• Working collaboratively with experienced teachers
• Contributing to a welcoming school community

About you

You care about supporting young people's learning and development. You might have experience working in schools, or you might come from another background where you've supported people's learning and growth. What matters is that you're genuinely interested in helping pupils succeed and you're willing to learn on the job. You bring:

• Real interest in supporting young people's learning
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Genuine care for pupil wellbeing and progress
• Reliability and professionalism
• Flexibility and willingness to work with different learners

About the school

A specialist independent school near Kingston serving academically able students who thrive outside mainstream education. Small classes, beautiful grounds with allotments, multi-sensory facilities, and a genuinely supportive, collaborative community. It's a place where staff value one another and pupils are celebrated for who they are.

What we offer

• Permanent or temp-to-perm position with specialist school near Kingston
• Salary of £21,500 to £25,500 per annum
• Pension scheme
• Professional support and school integration
• Small class environment where you'll make real impact
• Access to well-resourced facilities and beautiful grounds
• Supportive, collaborative team