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Teaching Assistant and Midday Meal Supervisor

To include working with named pupils with EHCPs

£23,854.68 actual pay TTO (pro rata) per annum 

32.5 hours per week LSA (8.30-3.30pm)

(half hour unpaid lunch break)

Term time only (39 weeks)

Permanent 

We are seeking to appoint a strong, adaptable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support learning across whole classes, as well as working closely with pupils with Special Educational Needs who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role will also include responsibilities as a Midday Meal Supervisor.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent literacy and numeracy skills and have a secure understanding of early reading and phonics. A good working knowledge of how to support pupils with language and communication needs, social communication difficulties, cognition and learning needs, and the development of social skills is essential.

You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo to provide high-quality support that enables all pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to inclusion and high expectations for all pupils
• Can build positive, nurturing relationships with children
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrates flexibility, initiative and resilience
• Supports the Catholic ethos and values of our school

• working successfully with individuals and groups of pupils in class, and on the playground
• supporting pupils with additional needs and deliver interventions.
• the ability to follow all school policies, in particular Safeguarding, Behaviour and KCSIE.

You will be required to support children’s learning and development, help to plan and organise activities and the learning environment as well as contribute to the overall ethos of the school.  You will also be required to participate in training and other learning activities as necessary and undertake first aid training.

Experience of working with children with SEN is desirable and you should have experience of working with children in a mainstream educational setting. 

This post would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, an aspiring teacher or recent graduate. It offers an excellent opportunity to develop the skills and experience needed to progress towards teacher training.  

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below. 

Completed applications should be returned to the school either by email - bursar@sacredheart-battersea.wandsworth.sch.uk or post.

Closing date: 10th March 2026 (Noon)  

Shortlisting: 10th March 2026 

Interviews: Week beginning 16th March 2026  

 “The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Mary's Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.”

“The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.” 

CVs are not accepted.

The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Mary’s Catholic Primary Schools, Battersea

Sacred Heart Primary School
Este Road, Battersea

London, SW11 2TD
Tel: 020 7223 5611 
Email: admin@sacredheart-battersea.wandsworth.sch.uk  
 Web site address: www. sacredheartschoolbattersea.co.uk
Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Brading

Associate Headteacher: Mrs N Byrne 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils