The Role

27.5 hours per week
Term Time Only (38 weeks)
Required from November 2022

Are you proactive, good at taking the initiative, well organised, kind and creative with a keen interest in developing children’s thinking and learning skills?

Future teachers warmly welcome to apply.

We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who will initially work in our Key Stage from November 2022 to support the class teacher in the performance of general duties and supporting children with SEND. You will be enthusiastic in your approach and will seek to provide the opportunities for the child to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.  

This particular role currently involves the Headteacher’s delegation to support the school office until 10.30am with some reception duties and admin tasks.

You will have a calm, patient disposition and will be able to respond positively to the challenges of working with young children.  You will also have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to helping children achieve their potential in a fun and creative environment.

Ideally you will have experience of working with children or young people in a similar environment. These would be an ideal position for someone considering going into teaching as a career. 

Prospective candidates who wish to visit the school, please email   info@beatrixpotter.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a visit

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

For any other information, please contact school at info@beatrixpotter.wandsworth.sch.uk. 

Completed application should be returned to the school either by email info@beatrixpotter.wandsworth.sch.uk or by post. 

Closing Date: Friday 21 October 2022 (at noon)
Interviews: Week Commencing 31st October 2022. Only short listed candidates will be notified

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 subject to a DBS check.

CVs are not accepted.

Beatrix Potter Primary School
Magdalen Road, Earlsfield
London SW18 3ER
Tel:  020 8874 1482
Email: info@beatrixpotter.wandsworth.sch.uk
Website: www.beatrixpotterschool.com

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils