About Us

1 Year Fixed Term with the possibility of a permanent position.
36 hours per week (Monday–Friday 8.00am–4.00pm) 
Term Time Only 39 weeks

Our school has been recognised as an IQM Flagship school and Centre of Excellence for Inclusion and won the category of Most Inclusive Practice across a School at the 2020 National Special Educational Needs and Disability Awards.  If you would like to be part of our continued journey to meet the needs of our children and are looking for a fresh new challenge, then do not hesitate to join us. 

Our established, popular school would welcome applications from Experienced Teaching Assistants who would like the opportunity to build positive relationships with children, some with high needs such as (ADHD, ASD, Challenging Behaviour and Dyslexia) or groups of our disadvantaged pupils.  

A good understanding of the importance of lesson planning, SEN support plans and learning objectives is essential therefore you need to have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.  

The ability to be able to work constructively in supporting children in whole school activities such as playground duty and trips is expected and you should be resilient in your approach to challenging situations by using school strategies to effectively re-engage pupils.

Penwortham is a dynamic and caring school known for its commitment to the wellbeing of our staff and also recognises that continuing professional development is of great importance.

All posts within Penwortham are expected to contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school and a willingness to participate in training and other learning activities as required. 

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please call Luisa, PA to the Headteacher on 020 8769 3949 to book a visit.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed application forms should be returned to the school ideally by email to: jobs@penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk ; or by post to: Penwortham Primary School, Penwortham Road, Streatham, London SW16 6RJ.

Closing date: 1st October 2025
Interview date: 8th October 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is not exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, a soft online presence check and an overseas police check if applicable.

CV’s will not be accepted and references will be taken up if you’re shortlisted and prior to interview.

Penwortham Primary School                                 
Penwortham Road
London SW16 6RJ
Tel: 020 8769 3949
Email: admin@penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk
Website: www.penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk
Head: Sandie Andrews
Roll: (657) – Group 4

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils