Primary Teaching Assistant

St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School are looking for a full time enthusiastic, talented Teaching Assistant to support and inspire children to make great progress An excellent opportunity to join a school in The Good Shepherd Trust academy within easy reach of Guildford and the A3. St Mark and All Saints have well-resourced classrooms and a supportive staff team. If a route into teaching is your destiny, the school can provide a package to support this growth; we will mentor you and provide opportunities for further development. The role will include responsibilities such as: supporting children’s learning (Nursery to Year 6), undertaking playground duties, preparing resources, assisting the class teacher as well as a lunch duty. There is also the possibility of additional hours working in our Wraparound care: Treetops. School: St Mark and All Saints C of E Primary School, Godalming, Surrey GU7 2LD Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Grade B (£23,729) FTE (£18,661.00) Pro-rata Contract: Permanent Hours: 32.5 hours per week term time only What we are looking for: GCSE grades of at least ‘C’ in English and Maths The ability to read and write fluently and confidence in maths Self-confidence, resilience, a good sense of humour and effective communication skills EYFS/KS1/SEN experience an advantage Happy to work with pupils from Nursery to Year 6 Closing date: Wednesday 17 June 2026 Interview: Friday 26 June 2026 Safeguarding Statement: The Good Shepherd Trust 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. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check