Teaching Assistant

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We are looking for an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant with Midday Supervision to join the team at Audley Primary School.

This is a permanent role from February 2026.

As part of our energetic and welcoming team, you will enthuse and motivate students to strive for success while maintaining a healthy learning environment for all children within the school.

Audley Primary School is a one-form entry school in Caterham. Our school motto of ‘A Journey to Excellence' is at the heart of everything we do in school and together with parents, carers, governors and the local community, each and every child is encouraged to follow this principle.

Audley Primary School was rated GOOD at our March 2024 OFSTED, with potential of becoming OUTSTANDING. Our school is set in extensive grounds with a vast outdoor area to enable children to have experiences through Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL), with us being a Platinum School. We are an inclusive school, receiving the IQM Inclusive School award, as well as being a UNICEF Rights Respecting School and have recently been awarded the GOLD award, reflecting our recognition of the rights of a child.

• Surrey Grade PS3

30 hours per week, 4 days per week, 8.00am-4pm, term time only.

Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through training and coaching.

A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability.

A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn, and to support their colleagues.

Onsite parking and excellent transport links.

• High standards of communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• The ability to motivate students.
• Knowledge of Phonics, Early Years and ELSA would be desirable but not essential.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive suitable applications.

Potential candidates for this role are invited to visit the school, please contact the School Office to arrange a visit.

Closing date for Applications* : 5th January 2026, 4pm

Interview date : w / c 12th January 2026

Audley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records declaration, and candidates should be aware that online searches may be carried out as part of due diligence checks.

Audley Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.