Teaching Assistant at Lewisham Schools Career Site

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Sep, 26

Salary

31530.0

Posted On

10 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Support, Student Motivation, Written Communication, Numeracy, Oral Communication, Teamwork, Patience, Childcare, Initiative

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

DOWNDERRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Downderry Road, Bromley, Kent BR1 5QL Tel: 020 8698 5768 Email: admin@downderry.lewisham.sch.uk Website: www.downderryprimaryschool.com Ages 3-11 NOR: 456 Group 3 REQUIRED FROM SEPTEMBER, 2026 TEACHING ASSISTANT WITH POSSIBILITY OF COVERING CLASSES (IF QUALIFIED) FIXED TERM UNTIL JULY 2027 in the first instance SCALE 3 (Pro-Rata £31,086 - £31,530) – 22 ½ Hours per week (9.00 a.m – 3.00 p.m) – Term Time Only Downderry is looking for skilled, experienced, highly-motivated, resilient and enthusiastic teaching assistants to support teachers and students to achieve their full potential within the teaching and learning environment. They should have a strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining high standards with the ability to motivate to ensure learning is always the main focus in school, whilst being a positive role model. If you hold an HLTA qualification you may be asked to cover classes in all year groups. This post is for a fixed term position till July 2027 in the first instance. We already have: Happy, positive, lively children who want to achieve A dedicated, highly motivated, talented, hardworking staff Committed and supportive governors and parents A school ethos where every child matters We are looking for someone who will: Be a good team player Be committed, enthusiastic and responsive Be motivated and able to work on own initiative Prove to have a good level of written, numeracy and oral skills Be patient and caring Downderry is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure Barring clearance, medical clearance and satisfactory references. If you have lived or worked overseas for three months or more as an adult (Over 18) you must provide the relevant overseas check Original evidence of right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment Downderry school is an equal opportunities employer Visits to the school are welcome Closing Date for completed applications: 12:00 p.m. - 2nd July, 2026 Interview date : week beginning : 6th July, 2026: Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. Application forms/job details are available on the schools website www.downderryprimaryschool.com

Responsibilities

Support teachers and students to achieve their full potential within the teaching and learning environment. Maintain high standards and act as a positive role model to ensure learning remains the primary focus.