Learning Support Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 17 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | Mitcham, Surrey, CR4 2YA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | d7c8328a-bc30-4b9b-9375-84d0e85a671a |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
TEACHING ASSISTANT / LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
REQUIRED on a FIXED TERM CONTRACT from January 2026 to July 2026
31.25 HOURS PER WEEK IN TERM TIME ONLY (39 weeks per year) 8.35am - 3:20pm
Salary Range ME4 point 4 (£29,025 Full Time Equivalent)
Come and join us at Gorringe Park!
We are looking for someone who can:
• Support children with their learning, both in the classroom and in small groups
• Work with children with additional needs, who find it challenging to access the curriculum
The successful candidate will be working to support children, across a year group, in their classrooms, and also delivering interventions to small groups of children. They will also be working closely with individual children to support their educational needs and achieve the outcomes set out in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
You must be patient and caring, and be a good team player. Previous experience of working with children with additional educational needs is desirable, but training and support will be available - applicants will need to use their initiative and adapt quickly and intuitively to the needs of the children as well as a have a willingness to learn and receive direction from others.
This post may be of particular interest to graduates considering a career in teaching and looking to gain experience.
Desirable Qualifications: -
❖ Particular interest and enthusiasm for working with children and supporting learning
❖ Experience of caring for or working with primary aged children
❖ Excellent literacy and numeracy skills: English & Maths GCSE, C or above
If this position interests you, email office@gorringepark.merton.sch.uk to request a job description and application form. Completed applications (not CVs) should be sent via email or by post/hand to the school address listed above. Visits to the school are welcomed – please telephone to arrange.
Gorringe Park is a friendly, welcoming, multicultural school, with delightful children and a commitment to meeting the needs of all. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FORMS: 12 noon on Friday 2nd January 2026
INTERVIEW: Thursday 8th January 2026
PROVISIONAL START DATE: End of January / End of February 2026 (depended upon recruitment checks)
CONTRACT: Fixed term to 17th July 2026, with the possibility of extension
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• Pupils who are curious, keen and enthusiastic to learn
• Committed, enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are open to new ideas and strive for excellence through continuous professional dialogue
• An ambitious and highly motivated senior leadership team
• An exciting and supportive working environment
• An inclusive, nurturing culture and an ethos that recognises the contribution of every member of the school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Gorringe Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment of any post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Scheme, confirmation of qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references.
TEACHING ASSISTANT / LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
REQUIRED on a FIXED TERM CONTRACT from January 2026 to July 2026
31.25 HOURS PER WEEK IN TERM TIME ONLY (39 weeks per year) 8.35am - 3:20pm
Salary Range ME4 point 4 (£29,025 Full Time Equivalent)
Come and join us at Gorringe Park!
We are looking for someone who can:
• Support children with their learning, both in the classroom and in small groups
• Work with children with additional needs, who find it challenging to access the curriculum
The successful candidate will be working to support children, across a year group, in their classrooms, and also delivering interventions to small groups of children. They will also be working closely with individual children to support their educational needs and achieve the outcomes set out in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
You must be patient and caring, and be a good team player. Previous experience of working with children with additional educational needs is desirable, but training and support will be available - applicants will need to use their initiative and adapt quickly and intuitively to the needs of the children as well as a have a willingness to learn and receive direction from others.
This post may be of particular interest to graduates considering a career in teaching and looking to gain experience.
Desirable Qualifications: -
❖ Particular interest and enthusiasm for working with children and supporting learning
❖ Experience of caring for or working with primary aged children
❖ Excellent literacy and numeracy skills: English & Maths GCSE, C or above
If this position interests you, email office@gorringepark.merton.sch.uk to request a job description and application form. Completed applications (not CVs) should be sent via email or by post/hand to the school address listed above. Visits to the school are welcomed – please telephone to arrange.
Gorringe Park is a friendly, welcoming, multicultural school, with delightful children and a commitment to meeting the needs of all. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION FORMS: 12 noon on Friday 2nd January 2026
INTERVIEW: Thursday 8th January 2026
PROVISIONAL START DATE: End of January / End of February 2026 (depended upon recruitment checks)
CONTRACT: Fixed term to 17th July 2026, with the possibility of extension
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• Pupils who are curious, keen and enthusiastic to learn
• Committed, enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are open to new ideas and strive for excellence through continuous professional dialogue
• An ambitious and highly motivated senior leadership team
• An exciting and supportive working environment
• An inclusive, nurturing culture and an ethos that recognises the contribution of every member of the school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Gorringe Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment of any post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Scheme, confirmation of qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references.