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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Thamesmead School · Shepperton · Surrey

Job description

Make a difference every day

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential. Working alongside teachers, SEND staff and pastoral teams, you will provide targeted support both in and out of the classroom, adapting to the diverse needs of our students.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
  • Is patient, resilient and adaptable
  • Builds positive relationships with students and staff
  • Has a genuine commitment to inclusion and supporting students with additional needs
  • Can work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative

We offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming school community
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people every day
  • A varied and rewarding role within a committed SEND and pastoral team

If you are passionate about helping students succeed and thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and help every student achieve their potential.

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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About this school

Thamesmead School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Not rated
Pupils
1,048
Avg teacher salary
£53,281
Pupil:teacher ratio
17.7:1
Academy trust
THAMESMEAD SCHOOL

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

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Shepperton, Surrey, TW17 9EE

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Salary
£17,392.00 Annually (Actual)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
4 September 2026
Closing date
21 September 2026

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