Teaching Assistant and Midday Meal Supervisor – St Marys RC Primary School – Greater London
Salary: 24,188 per annum (TTO)Job Introduction
To include working with named pupils with EHCPs32.5 hours per week LSA (8.30-3.30pm)(half hour unpaid lunch break)Term time only (39 weeks)Permanent subject to probation
We are seeking to appoint a strong, adaptable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support learning across whole classes, as well as working closely with pupils with Special Educational Needs who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role will also include responsibilities as a Midday Meal Supervisor.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent literacy and numeracy skills and have a secure understanding of early reading and phonics.A good working knowledge of how to support pupils with language and communication needs, social communication difficulties, cognition and learning needs, and the development of social skills is essential.
You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo to provide high-quality support that enables all pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is committed to inclusion and high expectations for all pupils
- Can build positive, nurturing relationships with children
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Demonstrates flexibility, initiative and resilience
- Can support the Catholic ethos and values of our school
- Works successfully with individuals and groups of pupils in class, and on the playground
- Can support pupils with additional needs and deliver interventions.
- Has the ability to follow all school policies, in particular Safeguarding, Behaviour and KCSIE.
You will be required to support childrens learning and development, help to plan and organise activities and the learning environment as well as contribute to the overall ethos of the school. You will also be required to participate in training and other learning activities as necessary and undertake first aid training.
Experience of working with children with SEN is desirable and you should have experience of working with children in a mainstream educational setting.
This post would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, an aspiring teacher or recent graduate.It offers an excellent opportunity to develop the skills and experience needed to progress towards teacher training.
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.
Completedapplications should be returned to the school either by email –bursar@st-marys-pri.wandsworth.sch.ukor post.
Closing date: 8th July 2026Shortlisting: 8th July 2026Interviews:Week beginning 13th July 2026
The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Mary’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
CVs are not accepted.
The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Marys Catholic Primary Schools, Battersea
St Marys RC Primary School7 St Josephs StreetLondon, SW8 4ENTel: 020 7622 5461 Email:bursar@st-marys-pri.wandsworth.sch.ukWebsite address: https://www.stmarysschoolbattersea.co.uk/Executive Headteacher: Mr J. BradingAssociate Headteacher: Mrs C. Mitchell
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