Teaching Assistant

Lumen Learning Trust; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team at Darley Dene Primary School. This role offers full-time hours on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a Level 3 Qualification relevant to Early Years settings. You will work term-time, Monday to Friday, assisting teachers and supporting children’s learning. Opportunities for professional development will be provided.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional training

Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Qualification which is full and relevant to Early Years setting is desirable.
• Capacity to be flexible and use initiative while respecting advice from professionals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development in the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff.
• Maintain high expectations for all students.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

High level of personal and emotional resilience

Patience

Flexibility

Ability to use initiative

Education

Level 3 Qualification relevant to Early Years setting

Job description

* Teaching Assistant# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Addlestone, SurreyContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: 11 monthsSalary: FTE £24,330 (Pro rata £17,930)Posted: 17th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 12th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1526569Job Reference: DDTADEC25Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: 11 months* Job ID: 1526569* Share :Darley Dene Primary is a one form entry nursery and primary school in Addlestone Surrey with a diverse catchment and a wonderful team spirit. We have a strong reputation for working collaboratively with other local schools and are constantly on the look-out for opportunities to enhance our provision. The right candidate will be joining a strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff who will work alongside you in a supportive and constructive way.We are looking to appoint a class **Teaching Assistant** on a **fixed term contract** to cover maternity leave who has a passion for creating lifelong learners, are committed to inclusion and equality and have high expectations of themselves and every child.Working Hours are – 31.65 hours per week, term time plus one week (38 weeks per year) to be worked Monday to Friday. 8.30am - 3.20pm**We are:**• A cohesive school, where staff and governors are supportive• An innovative school with excellent facilities**What we offer:**• A team of staff committed to supporting you• Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schools• Opportunities to study for the Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Qualification• Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)**We are looking particularly for someone who has:**• Good written and verbal communication skills• High level of personal and emotional resilience• Lots of patience• Capacity to be flexible• Ability and confidence to use initiative whilst respecting advice from professionals• Somebody who has a minimum of Level 3 Qualification which is full and relevant to Early Years setting is desirableDarley Dene is part of the Lumen Learning Trust. For more information about the school or the Lumen Learning Trust itself, please look at our website.The deadline for applications is 9am on **Monday 12th January 2026**. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.**Salary: PS3 FTE £24,330 (Pro rata £17,930)****Closing date: Monday 12th January 2026****Interviews: Monday 19th January 2026****Start date: January 2026 until December 2026**To apply please complete the application form; we do not accept CVs. Previous applicants need not apply### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Lumen Learning Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To achieve this, we will ensure continuous improvement and development of robust Safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of Safeguarding amongst our staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Please note that under safer recruitment practices Lumen Learning Trust cannot accept CVs or letters in place of completed application forms.We welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Darley Dene Primary SchoolPart of### Lumen Learning Trust