Teaching Assistant
Cheam Common Infants' Academy, Worcester Park, Surrey, KT4 8SS28 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
26 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
28 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time: Weekly hours: 12.08 hours per week Working Patter: 12:45pm - 3:10pm Monday to Friday, term time only Contract: Initially fixed term until the end of the summer term, but may be extended
Contract type
- Fixed term - Initially fixed term until the end of the summer term, but may be extended
Actual salary
- Annual actual pay based on 12.08 hours per week £7,931
Pay scale
- NJC 1C3 FTE £28,221 - NJC 3/4 FTE £29,436 - salary dependent on experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Cheam Common Infants' Academy is on the lookout for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team! If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference whilst enjoying excellent support and benefits,we want to hear from you.
The Role
Weekly Hours:12.08 hours per week
Working Pattern:12:45 pm – 3:10 pm Monday - Friday, term time only
- Contract:Initially fixed term until the end of the summer term, but may be extended
In this brilliant role, you will be supporting a specific child in Year 1 on their educational journey and helping them unlock their full potential in maths, literacy, and beyond.
What you will bring:
- A proven ability to support children on a 1:1 basis in their learning and development.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
- A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
- A relevant qualification in education or childcare
How to Apply
All candidates should detail how you meet the aspects of the person specification for the role. You should describe your suitability against the person specification and ensure that you cover all essential criteria (if not marked as essential, please assume all are essential), by providing evidence and examples of proven experience. We are unable to accept CV’s without a completed application.
LEO Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills. Applications are invited from all members of the community. We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age; race; sex; disability; sexual orientation; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; religion, faith or belief (Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics). The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff and Trust treat visitors, volunteers, contractors and former staff members.
Other Information
In strictly adhering to statutory safeguarding guidelines, all offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks. As part of our commitment to keeping children safe, you will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate. We will strictly verify your identity and your right to work in the UK, alongside carrying out overseas checks where applicable. Furthermore, we will verify all relevant professional qualifications and check references, requiring clear explanations for any gaps in your employment history. As part of our due diligence, online searches (including checks on your social media footprint) will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates.
Reasonable adjustments
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in applying for this role, at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team to tell us what changes or help you might need.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
LEO Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please read about our commitment to safeguarding as well as other important information in the Applicant guide on our website.
About Us
To find out more about the Trust, please visit our website - leoacademytrust.co.uk
Apply early as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
What the school offers its staff
Why choose LEO Academy Trust?
- Professional Development:LEO Academy Trust champions continuous professional development and delivers a programme of in house CPD. We also work with a range of partners to offer accessible training for all staff including e-learning and face to face workshops.
- Career Growth:We believe in the importance of succession planning, and that we are well placed to support you in your next challenge. We offer opportunities to work across different academies within the Trust, and a commitment to promotion opportunities, encouraging ‘home grown’ talent.
- Health & Wellbeing:We offer a comprehensive health & wellbeing packages for all staff
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
All employees of the Trust are deemed to be in regulated activity with children and as such, all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and for this role, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed amongst other checks as appropriate.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Cheam Common Infants' Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 412 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Cheam Common Infants' Academy website
- Email address
- recruitment@leoacademytrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 020 8066 7130
Cheam Common Infants' Academy is one of 7 schools that make up LEO Academy Trust.
Located in Worcester Park, Cheam Common Infants' will have four forms in Reception and KS1 in September 2020, alongside the thriving nursery offering 15 and 30 hours in the provision.
Arranging a visit to Cheam Common Infants' Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@leoacademytrust.co.uk.
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