Teaching Assistant

Surrey Pay Scale PS4

Actual salary £17,316 to £18,541

28 hours per week, term time only

St Peter’s Catholic School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is an extremely successful school and sixth form set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of Guildford, with onsite parking. Standards are high and academic progress excellent, with very good facilities and resources. Community is a key aspect of our ethos; relationships between students and staff are excellent and we have a very good reputation for excellent pastoral care and inclusion.

We are also a partner school of Teach Southeast, an initial teacher training (ITT) provider.

• As a team, we are friendly, hardworking, positive and passionate about our students.

• The department works closely with SEND, Pupil Premium, EAL and disadvantaged students, parents, heads of year, and subject staff to support individual needs and ensure the inclusion of every student between Years 7 and 13.

• The department consists of a SENCO, a Deputy SENCO and 22 dedicated, experienced Teaching Assistants.

• Our Teaching Assistants not only provide support in the classroom, but also lead small groups for students who would benefit from catch‑up literacy, numeracy, study skills and social skills.
• We are a lively, friendly and busy department, with a challenging and varying role within the school.

• A friendly, supportive environment, where best practice is shared to ensure high quality teaching support.
• A varied workload with the necessary training and development to work effectively.
• A Local Government Pension Scheme.
• An extensive range of benefits and discounts with ‘My lifestyle’, our employee benefits hub.
• All staff benefit from free access to Spectrum, Guildford Sports Centre, including the gym, group exercise classes, spa and pool.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual with GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent. The position would suit someone either looking to move on to a career in teaching or committed to the role of Teaching Assistant. You must have a positive and flexible attitude towards students and understand the issues which affect their learning. You should be tactful, diplomatic and self‑confident with a good sense of humour!

As we are unable to offer a sponsorship, we can only accept applications from candidates that already have the right to work and are living in the UK.

The hours are 28 per week, 8.30 – 3.15 daily with unpaid morning and lunch breaks. However, there is an opportunity for paid duties during lunchtime and after school.

Surrey Pay Scale PS4–£25,879 to £27,710 FTE

28 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year), actual salary – £17,316 to £18,541

If you would like to visit the school or need more information, please contact Michelle Gallagher, Recruitment Coordinator.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

In line with the statutory guidance document Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023), the Xavier Catholic Education Trust will conduct online searches after the shortlisting process for any candidates who accept an invitation to interview.