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Teacher Assistant

Chesterton Primary School · London · Wandsworth

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and dedicated staff. You would support the classroom teachers in teaching and learning, and contribute to a purposeful learning environment.

You will be calm and patient with the ability to inspire and motivate children. Excellent literacy and numeracy skills are essential as well as the ability to work as part of a team. We would strongly welcome graduates looking to further their career in education with a possibility of training to become a teacher.

We can offer:

  • Excellent professional development including access to teacher training
  • Highly rewarding children
  • A caring and supportive whole school community which is culturally
    diverse and inclusive

We would love to hear from you if you are committed to inclusive education and raising standards.

Please download forms and further information from our website http://wandlelearningtrust.org.uk/work-with-us and return your completed application form to recruitment@chestertonschool.org.uk

Closing Date: Friday 5th June 2026 (9am)

Interviews: w/b 8th June 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Children’s Barred List check.

The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff. We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

The Academy welcomes applications from disabled candidates. If you have a disability, please indicate any adjustments we might make when applying in order to ensure that the shortlisting process is fair and meets your needs.

CVs are not accepted.

About this school

Chesterton Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11

Outstanding
Pupils
424
Avg teacher salary
£58,771
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.2:1
Academy trust
WANDLE LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

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Location

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London, Wandsworth, SW11 5DT