Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Required for: As soon as possible

Contract type: Permanent

Salary details:

NJC Scale 3 Point 5-6: £29,436 - £29,856

36 hours/5 days per week, term time only

Actual Salary: £25,433 - £25,796

The Governors of Kelmscott School are seeking to appoint a motivated, caring and enthusiastic colleague to join our well-established and supportive SEND department. The successful candidate will be a committed and adaptable Teaching Assistant who can provide high-quality, inclusive support to a range of students with additional needs, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. They will be able to build positive relationships with young people, encourage engagement and independence, and work effectively as part of a collaborative team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a nurturing SEND provision, alongside access to a structured and supportive programme of continued professional development, designed to build confidence, skills and future career pathways.

Vision:

Our vision of teaching and learning at Kelmscott School is to ensure it provides the best possible opportunity for pupils of all abilities and backgrounds to reach their fullest potential. Of course the role of a TA is paramount here particularly for our SEND students.

Our school is on an exciting journey which we would love for you to be part of. We have what we believe to be a number of unique selling points that all our visitors experience first-hand when they come to our school. To get a flavour of these USPs, do have a look at our website www.kelmscottschool.co.uk

As well as a supportive and friendly environment, Kelmscott offers a range of interesting employee benefits including:

• Regular staff breakfast
• Reduced gym membership at Walthamstow Leisure Centre
• No staff meeting either side of a school holiday

Closing date: Friday 23^rd January 2026  @12pm

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Interviews date: Week Beginning 26^th January 2026

 Please note that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of the closing date that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted.

For an application pack and further details, please visit the school website at  https://www.kelmscottschool.co.uk/vacancies Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

All completed applications should be returned to the school at the following address:

Akin Nidai – Assistant School Business Leader: a.nidai1@kelmscott.waltham.sch.uk

Kelmscott School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure, Child Protection screening and checks with past employers.  References will be taken up prior to interviews. Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 requires all employers in the United Kingdom to make basic document checks on every person they intend to employ.