Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Raleigh; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in Leatherhead seeks a Graduate Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will work under teachers' guidance, supporting children within and outside the classroom. Duties include preparing materials, supervising at breaks, and working closely with special educational needs students. This position offers a fixed term contract of 12 months, allowing for invaluable experience and training, with potential future training opportunities. Applicants should have excellent communication skills and a passion for working with children.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic graduates with a real love for children are desirable.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Energy and enthusiasm for teaching support is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching support under the guidance of class teachers.
• Work with groups of children, including those with special educational needs.
• Assist in preparing learning materials and displays.

Skills

Communication skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Interpersonal skills

Love for children

Job description

* Graduate Teaching Assistant# Graduate Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Leatherhead, SurreyContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeContract Length: 12 monthsSalary: £17,322 - (£24,131 Full Time Equivalent)Posted: 22nd January 2026Start Date: 1st September 2026Expires: 5th March 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1530851Job Reference: GTARAL2026Start Date: 1st September 2026* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: 12 months* Job ID: 1530851* Share :We are looking for enthusiastic graduates to join us as Teaching Assistants, working 5 days a week. You will work under the guidance of class teachers to provide teaching support both inside and outside of the classroom. The role includes working with groups of children, supporting children with special educational needs, assisting with displays of pupils work, preparation of learning materials, supervising pupils during break and lunch times.You will gain invaluable experience and training, and the option of applying for the SCITT (School Centred Initial Teacher Training) programme starting in September 2027. The post is fixed term until 31st August 2027.The successful candidate will have:* A real love of children* Excellent communication skills* Plenty of energy and enthusiasm* A desire to undertake teacher training in the future**30.83 hours per week 38 weeks per year (term time only)**The Raleigh School, a member of the South Farnham Educational Trust, is a friendly, popular two form entry primary school located in the village of West Horsley. The school consistently secures strong pupil attainment and progress, including for those with special educational needs. The OFSTED report (March 2023) graded the School as Outstanding.South Farnham Educational Trust is a multi-academy trust which currently consists of seven schools, South Farnham School, Highfield South Farnham School, The Raleigh School, Busbridge Infant School, Great Bookham School, Wallace Fields Infant & Nursery School and Brighton Hill Community School. We also have an associate member of the Trust - St Mary's C of E (Aided) Infant School. Our thriving School Centred Initial Teacher Training establishment (SCITT) has over 100 trainees and from September 2021 South Farnham School was awarded Teaching School Hub status which is a fantastic accolade for both the school and Trust.The position requires good interpersonal skills and a strong desire to develop and support children in all areas of school life. The successful candidate will also be given a contract for 30 minutes Midday Supervision five days a week.Please note that we may choose to interview strong candidates on receipt of their forms so early application is advised.South Farnham Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Raleigh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.### The Raleigh SchoolPart of### South Farnham Educational Trust