Teaching Assistant

Heathside school; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A secondary educational institution in Weybridge seeks a Teaching Assistant to support young people's learning and development. The role offers part-time hours during term time, ideal for graduates considering a teaching career. Candidates must demonstrate effective communication, flexibility, and professionalism, with a strong focus on supporting students both in and out of the classroom. Offers include a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to discount schemes

On-site parking

TA support and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with young people.
• Sound administrative and IT skills.
• Must be calm, confident, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of young people.
• Engage with staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Assist in classroom settings.

Skills

Effective communication with young people

Flexible and committed

Sound administrative and IT skills

Job description

## Teaching Assistant### Enriching Learning Together* Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Weybridge, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: FTE £24,330Posted: 21st November 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 2nd January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1519014Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1519014* Share :**Teaching Assistant****English Specialist****5 days per week - 35hrs****Salary Grade ELM3(FTE £24,330)****38.4 weeks term time only****Working Pattern 8:00am – 4:00pm****Actual Salary 35 hours (5 days) - £20,036 per annum**Heathside is currently seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our school. You must be able to communicate effectively with young people to support learning and development, be flexible, committed and possess sound administrative and IT skills. You should be calm, confident and demonstrate a professional approach in your dealings with young people, staff, parents, and external agencies.This is an excellent opportunity for graduates and those considering a career in teaching to gain experience in and out the classroom at a secondary school prior/whilst training.**Elmwey Trust offers:**• Fantastic Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions• Excellent benefit package to include Cycle to Work and access to discount schemes• On-site parking• Excellent TA support and progression opportunities**.****Applications:**• Please note CVs cannot be accepted.**•** Applications will be considered as they are received.*We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Enhanced DBS disclosure. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.*### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online checks and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.### Heathside School WeybridgePart of### ElmWey Learning Trust