Teaching Assistant - Upper KS2

Teaching Assistant - Upper KS2

£24,188.40 pro rata (Scale 1D Point 3)

32.5 hours per week

One Year Fixed Term

Required: 1 September 2026

Albemarle is a vibrant and inclusive community with brilliant pupils who are eager to learn and succeed. We are seeking a Teaching Assistant who shares our belief in every child's potential and who is ready to work alongside the wider team with energy, integrity and determination to unlock it.

If you want to be part of something exciting, are motivated by challenge, and are prepared to work hard as part of a dedicated team to make a real difference, then we are the school for you.

At Albemarle Primary School, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to champion respect, resilience, responsibility, and to nurture pupils who are resourceful and reflective in their learning. Above all, we place great importance on kindness, ensuring that every member of our community feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

Albemarle is a happy, inclusive and forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to collaboration, high standards and professional growth.

The role

To work under the direct instruction of teaching and senior staff to support pupils' access to learning and provide general classroom support. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to support pupils' learning, personal development and wellbeing, including supporting pupils with SEND to fully access the educational opportunities available to them.

What we are looking for:

• A caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant who believes every child can succeed

• Someone with experience of working with children, ideally within upper Key Stage 2

• A team player who can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community

• A professional who has high expectations for behaviour, learning and inclusion

• Someone who can support children both in class and through small group or one-to-one interventions

• A proactive and flexible individual who is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school

• Strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills

• Good behaviour management skills and the ability to help create a calm, safe and engaging learning environment

• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and equality of opportunity for all children

• Someone who is reflective, open to feedback and motivated to continue developing their practice

• Confidence in using ICT to support learning and classroom organisation

• A colleague who embodies our school values of respect, resilience, responsibility, resourcefulness, reflection and kindness

What we can offer:

• Happy, enthusiastic children who love learning and are proud of their school

• A caring, committed and supportive staff team

• Excellent opportunities for professional development

• A leadership team who value your expertise and contribution

• A nurturing and inclusive school culture

If you are a current Teaching Assistant with the drive and vision to support children and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Carly Britnell at

To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the 'visit website' button at the top of this page.

Completed Application Forms to be returned by email to Carly Britnell

Closing Date: 08 June 2026 (at noon)

Interview Date: 15 June 2026

Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Albemarle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Please note that we do not accept CVs

Albemarle Primary School

Princes Way

Southfields, London

SW19 6JP

Telephone:

Headteacher: Mrs. E. Hasto