Hours: 31 Hours per week (39 Weeks) – Term Time Only (TTO)
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully. Time: 8.15am to 3.30pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break) 4pm-5pm staff meeting once a week Start Date: 1st September 2026
A great opportunity to join the staff of our lovely school! We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Teaching Assistant to work within our school. At Gatton Primary School we are passionate about developing our children’s love of learning, helping them to reach their full potential and creating a happy and nurturing environment. This role includes providing support to the Class Teacher. Please see the job description for full details.
The successful candidate will have: • Previous experience as a teaching assistant • Relevant qualifications and training • Fantastic resource making skills • Excellent ICT and graphics design skills • Excellent organisation and time-management • A commitment to upholding the ethos and vision of our school • Understanding of the safeguarding and welfare of children
We are looking for someone who: • Takes responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children • Has experience of working with children with SEND • Is a hardworking and dedicated practitioner; able to motivate and inspire children • Is enthusiastic, resourceful and committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of achievement and personal development • Has a commitment to their own personal and professional development • Can work co-operatively as part of a team. • Support the Islamic ethos of Gatton school through their personal conduct and professionalism.
We can offer: • A friendly, hardworking team • Professional development opportunities • Enthusiastic and motivated children • A caring and supportive whole school community
To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page.
For further information please contact Ms Uzma Mussa on or by email
Completed application should be returned to the school by email –
Closing Date: 17th May 2026 (Midnight) Interviews/Task: week commencing 18th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a DBS check. xwzovoh
CVs are not accepted.
Gatton Primary School (Voluntary-Aided Muslim Faith School) 13e Broadwater Road, Tooting London, SW17 0DS Tel: Head teacher: Mr Majid Ishaque
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