Teaching Assistant- Reception

Teaching Assistant
- Reception

32.5hours per week, term time only

To commence April 2026

We are looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support our Teachers in delivering high quality learning. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person new to learning support. This role may also suit someone considering teaching as a future career, and wishes to gain experience supporting teaching and learning.

Good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team is essential, as well as a love of learning and the desire to support our children achieve the best they can.

We are a large primary school, located on the borders of South West London, with 620 pupils from Reception to Year 6. The school is part of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership which includes Hinchley Wood School located on the same site.

This is an exciting time to join the school, and our growing Trust, helping to shape a new era of development and growth so that all children are able to reach their full potential.

• Highly motivated children with a love of learning
• Family friendly term time working
• Competitive salary and annual performance progression;
• Two weeks’ autumn half term
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• 50% discount on wraparound provision fees for children of staff if they attend TDJS or HWPS

The successful candidates would be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. The working pattern is Monday - Friday, term time only, 8.30am-3.30pm. The annual salary is £18, 681 for 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per annum.

Application packs and further details are available from our website. If you have questions prior to application, please email HR.

Latest closing date for applications is Wednesday 11th March 2026 (9am)

If you would like to speak to someone about this vacancy please get in touch with the HR team  or call on .

We welcome early applications and we reserve the right to interview, and appoint prior to the Final date to receive applications if we believe that the right candidate has come forward so please do get your application in as soon as you make the decision that Hinchley Wood is the right place for you.

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership (HWLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Staff, Trustees and Governors have also established a code of conduct which applies to all members of the school community.

To discuss this role further please get in touch - or click on 'Request a call back' and we will contact you