Job Description

Employer
Salfords Primary School
Location
Redhill, Surrey
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time, Term Time
Salary
9,721.47- 10,457.13 (dependent on experience)
Posted
8th July 2025
Expires
13th July 2025 04:00 PM
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1498129
Job Reference
TASAL0807


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Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Salfords Primary School is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and supportive team on a part time basis (Weds-Fri). This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young minds, support their learning journey, and be part of a school community that values creativity, collaboration, and growth. If you're ready to bring energy, patience, and a love for education to the classroom, we'd love to hear from you!

Your Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting children's education and development within a school setting. As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist in delivering educational programmes, helping students achieve their full potential by supporting their day-to-day learning activities.

What we're looking for:

A good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C or above). Basic IT skills to support learning and administrative tasks. Strong communication skills, with the ability to clarify instructions and engage students effectively. The ability to plan, prioritise tasks, and follow teacher guidance. A professional and confidential approach to working with children. Strong time management and organisation skills to maintain records and assist in classroom setup. A trustworthy, approachable, and passionate attitude towards making a positive impact on students' lives. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, in line with GLF Schools' policies.

This role is perfect for someone who is dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic about helping students reach their full potential within a supportive school environment.

Please read the and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Salfords Primary School

Our School sits within a established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Salfords Primary School our cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham 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 growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 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 Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary:

GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - 22,918.66 to Point 16 24,653 (dependent on experience)

Actual Salary:

9,721.47- 10,457.13

Hours of work:

17.75 hrs per week (Weds, Thurs, Fri)

Closing Date:

Sun 13 Jul 4pm

Interview date:

TBA




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.