Teaching Assistant

Overview

Teaching Assistant – Join Our Inspiring Team!

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: Scale 6 SP18-20 - £29,420 - £30,298 (per annum – actual pro-rata salary)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 8:30 am – 3.30pm, 39 weeks per year – term time

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date & Shortlisting: Wednesday 1st July 2026 at 12pm midday

Interviews: Monday 6th July 2026

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and proactive Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to join our welcoming and inclusive school community. This post will initially be based in EYFS, but may be deployed to other year groups in the future. If you're a skilled and compassionate practitioner, ready to make a real difference to children’s learning, development and wellbeing—especially those with additional needs—this could be the ideal next step in your career.

About the role

We are seeking someone who is:

Qualified to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in an education or childcare-related subject.
Passionate about children's learning, development and inclusive education.
Experienced in supporting children’s learning, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Knowledgeable about child development, early reading and effective classroom practice.
Committed to working as part of a team and open to professional growth.
Comfortable supporting outdoor learning, play-based provision and personal care when needed.
We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have experience supporting pupils with SEND and promoting inclusion.

In this role, you will:

Work closely with class teachers to plan and deliver high-quality learning for individuals, small groups and whole classes.
Deliver targeted interventions and contribute to assessment and next steps planning.
Take a lead on classroom preparation, display work and administrative support.
Build strong relationships with children, families and, where necessary, external professionals.

About us

Why Join Horsenden Primary School?

Horsenden is a vibrant, diverse three-form entry primary school located in Greenford, London Borough of Ealing with classes from Nursery to Year 6. We have fantastic facilities, including a swimming pool, to provide a rich, engaging and nurturing environment where all children thrive and develop a love of learning from the very start.

We are proud of our:

warm and inclusive school community
strong team culture and supportive leadership
excellent professional development and coaching
creative curriculum with a strong focus on oracy and communication
commitment to high expectations for all pupils
extensive outdoor learning spaces and swimming pool.

What we offer

A strong and supportive leadership team dedicated to school improvement and professional development.
A collaborative, enthusiastic EYFS team and eager, enthusiastic learners.
A well-resourced Early Years environment with indoor and outdoor learning.
Regular professional feedback and development opportunities through our effective appraisal system.
A competitive Inner London salary.

Location

Horsenden Primary School
Horsenden Lane North
Greenford
Ealing
UB6 0PB

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

Closing Date & Shortlisting: Wednesday 1^st July 2026 at 12pm midday

Interviews: Monday 6^th July 2026

Download the application form, person specification and job description.
Complete the application form (including the supporting statement page by listing how you meet the criteria in the person specification for the role. This is used for shortlisting).
Email your application form to recruitment@horsenden.ealing.sch.uk by the closing date and time.

Please note: CVs will NOT be accepted.

Visits to the school

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please email Mrs F Carver to make an appointment at recruitment@horsenden.ealing.sch.uk or call 020 8422 5985.

Safeguarding

Horsenden Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children.

Job reference: TAJUNE26

Come and help us build the foundations of a lifelong love of learning!