Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | FTE £24,330 (Pro rata £17,703) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 February 2026 |
| Location: | Ashford, Surrey, TW15 1EX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1532727 |
Summary
Echelford Primary School is a large, friendly, three form entry primary school in Ashford, Middlesex with a diverse catchment and a wonderful team spirit. We have a strong reputation for working collaboratively with other local schools and are constantly on the look-out for opportunities to enhance our provision. The right candidate will be joining a strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff who will work alongside you in a supportive and constructive way.
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who has a passion for creating lifelong learners, is committed to inclusion and equality and has high expectations of themselves and every child. The role will be to support children in their learning and development, in small groups or with individual pupils as directed, including those with additional educational needs.
Working Hours are – 31.25 hours per week, term time plus one week (38 weeks per year) to be worked Monday to Friday. 8.30am - 3.15pm
We are:
• A Good school (re-inspected November 2021) on its journey to Outstanding
• A cohesive school, where staff and governors are supportive
• An innovative school with excellent facilities
What we offer:
• A team of staff committed to supporting you
• Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schools
• Opportunities to study for the Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)
We are looking particularly for someone who has:
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High level of personal and emotional resilience
• Lots of patience
• Capacity to be flexible
• Ability and confidence to use initiative whilst respecting advice from professionals
Echelford is part of the Lumen Learning Trust. For more information about the school or the Lumen Learning Trust itself, please look at our website.
The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 9th February 2026. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.
Salary: PS3 FTE £24,330 pro rata £17,703
Closing date: midday Monday 9th February 2026
Interviews: Thursday 12th February 2026
Start date: March 2026
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who has a passion for creating lifelong learners, is committed to inclusion and equality and has high expectations of themselves and every child. The role will be to support children in their learning and development, in small groups or with individual pupils as directed, including those with additional educational needs.
Working Hours are – 31.25 hours per week, term time plus one week (38 weeks per year) to be worked Monday to Friday. 8.30am - 3.15pm
We are:
• A Good school (re-inspected November 2021) on its journey to Outstanding
• A cohesive school, where staff and governors are supportive
• An innovative school with excellent facilities
What we offer:
• A team of staff committed to supporting you
• Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schools
• Opportunities to study for the Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme)
We are looking particularly for someone who has:
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High level of personal and emotional resilience
• Lots of patience
• Capacity to be flexible
• Ability and confidence to use initiative whilst respecting advice from professionals
Echelford is part of the Lumen Learning Trust. For more information about the school or the Lumen Learning Trust itself, please look at our website.
The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 9th February 2026. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.
Salary: PS3 FTE £24,330 pro rata £17,703
Closing date: midday Monday 9th February 2026
Interviews: Thursday 12th February 2026
Start date: March 2026