Job IntroductionSt. Thomas More Catholic Primary SchoolAppleton road, Eltham, London, SE9 6NSVacancy – KS2 Teaching AssistantDates: Apply by 6th November 2026 to start ASAPSalary: Scale 3 £29,436 - £29,856 (pro rata 30 hours £21,992.90 - £22,306.70)Location: GreenwichContract type: 30 hours per week (9.00-3.30)Contract term: Term time only – initially until July 2027Mission Statement‘Share the light of Jesus, by learning together and loving others’Are you passionate, determined, driven and committed to ensure high quality outcomes for all children? St Thomas More Catholic Primary are looking for someone to become a part of our dedicated team.We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and creative teaching assistant to support the learning of pupils in the classroom and on a 1:1 basis.The successful candidate must be qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. A willingness to participate in training and a commitment to teamwork is essential. Candidates should have some understanding of a variety of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and experience of working with different year groups would be an advantage.We are looking for someone who is calm, flexible, and committed to inclusion, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families, and who will support and uphold the Catholic ethos of our school.Safeguarding StatementOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online check as well as satisfactory references. This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period.For an application pack and to arrange a visit please contact the school office via email sao@stmprimary.org .Closing date: Friday 6th November 2026Interviews: Week commencing Monday 9th November 2026Salary Scale 3 £29,436 - £29,856 (pro rata 30 hours £21,992.90 - £22,306.70)Frequency AnnualJob Reference royalgreenwich/TP/1042/1247Contract Type Fixed-termContract Details Term Time onlyWorking Hours 30Closing Date 6 November, 2026Job Category Teaching assistantBusiness Unit SchoolsLocation Appleton Road, United KingdomLevel of Disclosure and Barring Service, DBS, check required Enhanced DBS with Childrens' Barred ListPosted on 26 October, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr
KS2 Teaching Assistant - St Thomas More Primary School in Eltham employer: Royal Greenwich
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