Teaching Assistant; Inclusion

Salary

Salary calculated in line with NJC pay scale, points 5-10, £29,436 - £31,611 per annum (£10,319.04 - £11,081.50 per annum pro‑rated).

15 contractual hours; basis part time.

2300 - Victor Seymour Infants School, Carshalton

Victor Seymour Infants School is looking for an Inclusion Teaching Assistant with a great work ethic to undertake a range of directed activities to support the educational and developmental needs of pupils. They will assist teachers in organising and maintaining classroom resources and contribute to the supervision and welfare of pupils throughout the school.

The post holder will be able to work flexibly throughout the school’s key stages. This position is suitable for an enthusiastic, self‑motivated individual with a positive, can‑do attitude.

The school seeks someone who will quickly form positive relationships with children and the Victor Seymour team, supporting them and continuing to develop the inspiring provision that has been established.

• The duties will be determined by the Head Teacher/Deputy and/or SENDCo and arranged to meet the needs of the school and pupils being supported, including working with pupils with a statement of special educational needs.
• Activities may be undertaken within the classroom or in an alternative location.
• To supervise and support pupils undertaking designated activities in a group or on an individual basis and to assist their learning and development by:
  • Clarifying and explaining instructions.
  • Reinforcing relevant aspects of the planned teaching programme, particularly literacy and numeracy.
  • Being sensitive to the requirements of pupils with special needs, using initiative to be resourceful when meeting a range of SEN needs and encouraging participation and independence.
  • Assisting pupils with the appropriate use of materials and resources, including ICT applications.
  • Planning for, running and assessing intervention programmes.
• To support designated pupils with special needs through the delivery of appropriate aspects of the Individual Support Plan (ISP) as directed by the relevant practitioner and to contribute to reviews, if required.
• To assist with the monitoring of pupils’ progress and the identification and preparation of appropriate materials and resources for teaching or display purposes.
• To attend to pupils’ personal needs, including social and health training, hygiene and basic first aid. (This may include the administration of medicines by agreement and subject to any appropriate training being given).
• To provide daily supervision and support play during lunchtimes.
• Contribute to “The Best Chance of Success” ethos of the school.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training, as available.

Applications accepted until Monday 22nd June 2026. Interviews will be held on 25th June 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

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Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.