Teaching Assistant

South Ascot Village Primary School, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9EA

37 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  31 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  24 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £27,535.00 Annually (FTE)

Teaching Assistant job summary

Together We Have Strength

At South Ascot Village School, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to flourish. Our school is built on care, inclusivity and a shared commitment to nurturing the dreams, ambitions and aspirations of all pupils, staff and families. We celebrate diversity, foster high expectations and ensure every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their best.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside talented colleagues in helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally within our vibrant school community.

Learn more about the school and read our safeguarding and child protection policies on our website: www.SouthAscotVillageSchool.org.uk

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Working closely with teachers and school leaders, you will help create engaging learning experiences that enable all pupils to succeed and make progress.

The role includes:

• Supporting pupils in class, in small groups and on a one-to-one basis.
• Assisting teachers in delivering high-quality learning activities.
• Providing targeted support for pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Preparing resources and learning materials to support lessons.
• Supporting the implementation of individual education plans, interventions and behaviour support strategies where required.
• Supervising pupils during lunchtime and breaktimes, helping to maintain a safe and positive environment.
• Supporting pupils' personal care needs where necessary.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a good standard of education, including English and Maths qualifications.
• Enjoys working with children and is committed to helping them thrive.
• Can build positive, professional relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Is patient, reliable, flexible and able to use their initiative.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion and high expectations for every child.

Previous experience working with children or supporting pupils in a school setting would be beneficial, although we welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Enthusiastic and engaging pupils who enjoy learning.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Experienced and supportive leaders who value staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to contribute to a school where care, ambition, determination, growth, curiosity, connection and creativity sit at the heart of everything we do.

Safeguarding

South Ascot Village School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks and references in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about supporting children to succeed, enjoy working as part of a dedicated team and want to make a positive difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About South Ascot Village Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 144 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: South Ascot Village Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/south-ascot-village-primary-school

South Ascot School is a one form entry school community primary school, welcoming children from the age of 3 -11. It is set in a wonderful woodland setting in the heart of Ascot.

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