At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with special educational needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Company: Chestnut Park Primary School, part of the GLF Schools community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous holidays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team across multiple schools with excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in children's lives and help them thrive academically and socially.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant and a commitment to further training in SEND.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Chestnut Park Primary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and nurturing team, providing tailored support for pupils within our specialist resource provision and across mainstream classrooms.
This rewarding role is ideal for someone passionate about empowering children, particularly those with autism to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Working closely with teachers and specialist professionals, you will play a vital role in delivering person‑centred support, promoting independence, and creating a safe, engaging learning environment where every child can succeed. If you are committed to making a meaningful difference, modelling high expectations, and supporting pupils to reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.
What we're looking for:
- Experience as a Primary or Special School Teaching Assistant
- Good General Education including English and Maths at Grade C GCSE or equivalent
- Commitment to undertaking further specialist training or qualifications relating to the field(s) of SEND, including SEMH, SLCN and Autism
- Extensive experience of working with pupils with SENd
- A good working knowledge of SEN Policy and the SEND Code of Practice
About Chestnut Park Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster: Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Chestnut Park, our cluster includes the following other schools: Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School, Marden Lodge Primary School, and Hillcroft Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community: As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils, founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness. 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England. We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity, committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education.
GLF Schools Employment Offer: GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish.
- Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work‑life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community‑and collaboration working model
The Details:
- Start Date: 1st September 2026
- Salary: GLF Specialist Point 1 - £27,061 + Outer London Weighting Allowance
- Actual Salary: £22,633.74 + Outer London Weighting Allowance
- Hours: 35hrs per week. 8:30 – 4pm 30 mins unpaid break
- Closing Date: Wednesday 1st July at 9.30am
- Interview Date: Friday 3rd July 2026
Specialist Teaching Assistant employer: Chestnut Park Primary School
Chestnut Park Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where dedicated professionals can thrive. As part of the GLF Schools community, you will benefit from extensive career progression opportunities, flexible working options, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. Join us in fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and kindness, as we work collaboratively across our cluster of schools to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
Contact Details:
Chestnut Park Primary School Recruitment Team
