Teaching Assistant

South Farnham School, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DY

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  5 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 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: £25,779.00 Annually (Actual) Salary stated is pro-rata (FTE salary £25,551)

Teaching Assistant job summary

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant & After School Club Assistant to join our team and make a positive difference to the learning, development and wellbeing of our pupils.

The role is a combined position, comprising 30.83 hours per week as a Teaching Assistant and 12.5 hours per week as an After School Club Assistant. The After School Club runs until 6.00pm each day.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

Working closely with the class teacher, you will support the delivery of engaging learning activities for individuals, small groups and whole-class sessions. You will help pupils access the curriculum, develop their confidence and independence, and experience a sense of achievement.

The role will involve supporting literacy and numeracy activities, observing and sharing pupils’ progress with the class teacher, helping to prepare the classroom and resources, and using effective strategies to promote positive behaviour and inclusion. You will also support pupils with additional needs, including those with SEND, helping to ensure every child can participate fully in school life.

You will play an important role in maintaining a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment, supporting pupil wellbeing and safeguarding, and working collaboratively with teachers, colleagues, parents and other professionals. The role will also include supporting educational visits and lunchtime supervision.

After School Club Responsibilities

As part of this combined role, you will also support the running of our After School Club, which operates until 6.00pm. You will help provide a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for pupils after the school day, supervising children and supporting a range of age-appropriate activities.

You will be responsible for promoting positive behaviour, ensuring pupils’ wellbeing and safety, and helping to create an enjoyable and inclusive experience for all children attending the club. You will work collaboratively with other members of the After School Club team and ensure that appropriate safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.

About You

We are seeking someone who enjoys working with children, has excellent communication and organisational skills, remains calm and positive in challenging situations, and is committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.

The successful candidate will be able to work effectively as part of a team, build positive relationships with children and colleagues, and demonstrate a caring and inclusive approach. A willingness to learn and undertake relevant training and professional development is also important.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children both during the school day and in their extended school provision, and who would enjoy contributing to the wider life of our school.

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.

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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 Farnham School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 845 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: South Farnham School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/south-farnham-school

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