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Full time 36 hours per week

Term Time (39 weeks per year)

To start as soon as possible

This is a fixed term appointment until the end of the academic year ending August 2026, in the first instance.

We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join the team within Tooting Primary School’s ASD Resource Base, The Discovery Zone. The Discovery Zone is comprised of three classes and is the educational provision for 24 pupils, each with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The discovery Zone has newly installed Sensory Rooms, a therapy room and ‘breakout’ space for pupils. The post holder will work within one of 3 classes with 8 children per class. 

The children within the base, each have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) maintained by Wandsworth Local Authority. Pupils access a broad and balanced curriculum, Occupational Therapy (OT) and Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) in line with their EHCP Provision. The successful candidate, will benefit from a robust CPD package within the LA and internally, to support them in contributing to provision and support for pupils. 

We can offer a rewarding and challenging role in a supportive environment with excellent training opportunities. Applicants ideally, will have experience, skills or training in a particular area of SEND, with primary aged children who have additional support needs.

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be from the school’s website: www.tootingprimary.org or can be downloaded below. For any further details please contact the school on 0203 700 0790

Completed application forms must be returned to Graveney Trust, electronically to recruitment@graveney.wandsworth.sch.uk or by post to Graveney School, HR Department, Welham Road, SW17 9BU

Applications must be submitted using Graveney Trust’s application form. Please do not apply using the ‘apply’ button on any other website. 

Closing Date: 16 January 2026 (at noon)

Interviews: To be advised

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received. 

The Trust reserves the right to close the advert at any time.

Graveney Trust is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the well-being and safety of staff and students. All our employees, volunteers and contractors share this commitment and we will carry out Enhanced DBS checks for all appointments as well ensuring that our rigorous pre-recruitment checks are strictly adhered to.

We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Please note that we do not accept CVs and this vacancy is not open to recruitment agencies.

Tooting Primary School 

(part of Graveney Trust)

Franciscan Road

London SW17 8HE

Tel: 020 3700 0790

Email: admin@tootingprimary.org

Website: www.tootingprimary.org

Headteacher: Ms Jacqueline Wilson

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils