At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in achieving their best through small group work and resource preparation.
- Company: Waldegrave School, an outstanding and supportive environment for girls aged 11 to 16.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, staff wellbeing support, extra holidays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent facilities, social events, and close transport links.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant or a qualified teacher returning to education.
The predicted salary is between 25251 - 25251 £ per year.
Permanent Contract Part Time: 3 or 4 days per week (21 to 28 hours per week), 39 weeks per year.
Actual Salary: £18,387 to £25,251 per annum, depending on number of days and experience (NJC6 point 18-20 - full time equivalent salary £36,693 to £37,793 per annum).
Start Date: 4 January 2027, or sooner if available.
Waldegrave is a successful and over-subscribed comprehensive school for girls aged 11 to 16 with a mixed Sixth Form, based in Twickenham.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable person who has the desire to support young people to achieve the best of their ability. You will be required to work with small groups of students, preparing the resources, monitoring progress and liaising with other members of staff to ensure the most effective provision for students' academic, social and emotional development, so strong communication skills and a positive, flexible approach is essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or a qualified teacher returning to education after a career break.
Waldegrave School:
- is a school where everyone enjoys learning, feels valued and experiences success;
- believes in a strong, supportive environment that values pastoral, extra-curricular as well as academic progression. It is rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted (2018 and 2024) and is amongst the top performing schools nationally;
- values and promotes continued CPD and can offer great support and progression to all staff from ECTs to middle leaders and onwards to senior leadership;
- has strong links with other local schools, both primary and secondary as well as outside local community associations and clubs;
- is oversubscribed throughout the school and enjoys a thriving sixth form.
Waldegrave School can offer you:
- a supportive community environment in which to develop your career;
- a school that actively promotes and supports staff wellbeing, benefitting from an additional training day and extra holiday;
- a Staff Association who help to support staff well-being and organise social events;
- a cycle to work scheme as well as an employee benefits and well-being scheme;
- excellent facilities, including individual work space and a separate cafe style staffroom with free barista style coffee machine plus on-site parking;
- close transport links – Fulwell and Strawberry Hill train stations as well as many bus routes;
- after school fitness classes, e.g. yoga, as well as use of our fitness suite;
- School place for children of staff in line with our admissions policy.
Manager of the Inclusion Zone in Twickenham employer: Waldegrave School
Waldegrave School in Twickenham is an exceptional employer, renowned for its outstanding Ofsted rating and commitment to fostering a supportive work environment. With a strong emphasis on professional development and well-being initiatives, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive within the community-focused atmosphere. This role not only offers meaningful engagement with students but also provides access to excellent facilities and resources, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a positive impact in education.
