Ashmead Primary School – Teaching Assistant

Company: Lewisham Council
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Location: London
Job Description:

Ashmead Primary School – Teaching Assistant with Midday Meals Supervision

The role involves working flexibly across different year groups, providing strong class support and effective 1:1 or small group assistance. Opportunities for graduate candidates to transition to a teaching apprenticeship after successfully working as a teaching assistant.

Location

Ashmead Primary School, Ashmead Road, Deptford, London, SE8 4DX

What we are looking for

  • Excellent practitioners with a passion for learning, capable of building good relationships with children, staff and families.
  • Proactive, creative individuals who enjoy working with individuals and as part of a team.
  • Ability to assess a child’s needs and suggest appropriate tasks and strategies.
  • Initiative, willingness to play an active part in the life of the whole school.

Salary

Approx £24,000 per annum.

Working Hours

Term time only, 39 weeks per year. 31.25 hours per week (8.50am to 3.35pm) or 22 hours per week (8.50am to 1.15pm).

Start Date

September 2026

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to promoting equality and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity.

Background Checks

Appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and reference checks and proof of right to work in the UK.

Contact

020 8692 6081 | email: admin@ashmead.lewisham.sch.uk

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026