Teaching Assistant in Chessington School

The role

Do you want to make a real difference to young people’s progress? Chessington School, a welcoming secondary school in Kingston upon Thames, is looking for caring, committed Teaching Assistant to join its team. You’ll support pupils in class, one to one and in small groups, helping every learner make progress academically and socially. The school is strongly committed to inclusion, and this role is central to that.

What you’ll do

• Support teachers to deliver lessons adapted to individual pupils’ needs
• Work with pupils one to one and in small groups to reinforce learning
• Help pupils understand instructions and engage with learning materials
• Adapt resources with teachers for pupils with additional needs, including SEND
• Promote a positive, respectful classroom where pupils are keen to learn
• Monitor progress and behaviour, and give teachers regular feedback

What we’re looking for

• Experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, coaching, care or similar)
• Clear, confident communication with pupils, staff and parents
• Patience, empathy and the flexibility to adapt throughout the day
• A team player who can also use their initiative
• A genuine commitment to inclusive education
• A relevant qualification is welcome but not essential
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

Contract: Long-term, full time, 5 days per week, starting January 2027

Why work with Opogo Education?

Opogo Education is a certified social enterprise that puts you in control of your work.

• Easy-to-use app: set your availability and rate, then accept the bookings that suit you
• Transparent pay: see the pay and location before you accept any job
• One-tap timesheets: sign off every Friday in seconds
• Smart-Match: get matched to roles that fit your skills, availability and location
• Free CPD: over 150 courses through our LEARN platform, funded by the surplus we reinvest in education

The pay rate shown is based on employment through an umbrella company.

Opogo Education is accredited by the REC. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026, all offers are subject to our strict vetting, safeguarding and reference checks.

Opogo Education is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.