Teaching Assistant

Job Reference:
CJ5760

Advert Posted On:
02/07/2026

Teaching Assistant

Contract type: Permanent

Work pattern: 32.5 hours per week, Term time only (39 weeks)

Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 15:30pm

Salary information: GO2, Point 8, £21,802 per annum

Start date: 1st September 2026

The Headteacher and Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teaching assistant to be part of our dedicated team. The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning and committed to the well-being of our children.

Cannon Lane Primary is a popular 4-form intake school in Pinner, Harrow. We have an excellent reputation within the local community and are committed to ensuring that our children and our staff are happy, safe and successful.

The ideal applicant will:

• Understand how to support children whilst developing their independence.
• Have the ability to motivate and inspire children through their learning journey.
• Have high expectations of all children.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Be keen to develop skills and experience, and share these with other staff.
• Have experience of supporting children with special educational needs.

In return, we can offer:

• Highly motivated, happy and well-behaved pupils.
• An environment where everyone is committed to the continuous improvement of the school.
• A team of friendly, hard-working staff and a supportive Governing Body.
• A well-resourced school.
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities.

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Anna Checkley in the school office:

Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026 at Midday

Interview date: Tuesday 14th July 2026 (time TBC)

Cannon Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safer recruitment practices to protect children. In line with Keeping Children Safe In Education 2023 (KSIE 2023) paragraph 220, the school will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates. Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the DBS.

Please note that the Childcare Disqualifications Regulations 2009 apply to this position and therefore you are required to complete the “disqualification by association” declaration form. Should you be successful in your application for this post, your appointment cannot be progressed without this declaration. Further information can be found at