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Teaching Assistant

Full-Time, Permanent

Start September 2025

This is an exceptional opportunity for a new Teaching Assistant to join a flourishing Preparatory School, set in 33 acres of Surrey Hills countryside.

As the Teaching Assistant supporting in EYFS / KS1 / KS2 you will work closely with the class and subject teachers in order to provide a caring and stimulating environment for all our children. During lessons, the Teaching Assistant will assist teachers as directed and agreed, according to the individual needs of the children/form (including those with special needs) providing support for pupils through curriculum learning and pastoral care.

With warmth and kindness, you’ll be flexible and will significantly contribute to Barrow Hills’ ongoing success, working with colleagues across the School in a friendly and supportive environment.

Barrow Hills School is a co-ed 2-13 years Preparatory School, offering academic success within a balanced and generous education. We have a strong ethos built on our values of compassion, curiosity and connection, and we are proud to be widely recognised as a welcoming community with a warm, family atmosphere.

In return, we offer a rewarding environment, as well as a number of notable benefits such as free school lunches, free on-site parking, use of our partner schools’ gym and pool facilities & competitive rates of pay.

To apply, please complete the Application Form, along with a Cover Letter or for further details, visit our website www.kesw.org or contact the HR Department on HR@KESW.ORG or telephone 01428 686739.

Closing date for applications: 12pm, Wednesday 18th June 2025.  Interviews will be held week commencing 23rd June 2025.  The School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, therefore early applications are recommended.

Barrow Hills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an Enhanced disclosure through the DBS. Please refer to our websites or ask HR for our child protection and rehabilitation of offenders’ policy. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups.