Thomson House School, part of the Wandle Learning Trust, has an Assistant Teacher post of 185 days a year in term time. The role supports class teachers in delivering the curriculum and helps pupils academically and socially, including leading playtime games. It is a five-day post from 8am to 4pm with six INSET days, suited to someone with some primary-age experience. Visa sponsorship is not available and the start date is 9 November 2026.
What the job involves
- Support class teachers in delivering the curriculum
- Help pupils with academic work and socially, including at break times
- Work as part of a teaching team delivering challenging and creative lessons
- Support pupils to learn as directed by the class teacher and senior leaders
- Lead games activities for pupils at playtime
- Take some responsibility for individual pupils and groups of pupils
- Follow best practice in safeguarding and pastoral care
- Take part in all aspects of school life
- Attend six INSET days a year
What’s required
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above, or equivalent
Experience
- Some experience of children of primary school age
Skills & knowledge
- Energy, resourcefulness and initiative
- Positive relations with children and able to act as a role model
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Children's Barred List check
Other
- Dedicated, reliable and committed to the school's ethos
- Keen to get involved in all aspects of school life
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
