Vacancies
Teaching Assistant
Thames Ditton Infant School is a welcoming and inclusive school dedicated to providing every child with the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on our nurturing environment, high standards, and commitment to inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team to start this term. You will work closely with class teachers to support pupils’ learning, both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis, ensuring all children are supported academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist with classroom management and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Help prepare learning materials and classroom resources.
• Supervise pupils during breaks, lunchtimes, and school activities as required.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about working with children and helping them succeed.
• Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships.
• Organised, flexible, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.
• Ideally qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent), although training can be provided for the right candidate.
What We Offer
• A supportive and friendly staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A positive, inclusive working environment.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
Contract Details
• This role is 18.75 hours per week for 38.6 weeks per year.
• Working hours are from 8:25am – 3:10pm, Monday, Tuesday and Friday, with an unpaid half-hour break during the hours of work.
Applications close Tuesday 05th May at 9am and interviews will take place later that week.
Apply on e-teach.
References will be sought for short-listed candidates; please ensure your referees are able to provide them. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding recruitment checks will be required for the successful candidate. The school reserves the right to withdraw the vacancy earlier.
Safeguarding Statement
Thames Ditton Infant 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. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
School Business Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and forward-thinking School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team at Thames Ditton Infant School.
A successful and well-established school at the heart of its community, Thames Ditton Infant School offers a supportive, inclusive environment and a commitment to excellence. This role provides a key opportunity to contribute to the school’s strategic leadership and day-to-day operations.
You will work closely with a dedicated and collaborative staff team, within a positive and welcoming workplace culture.
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding position requiring a proactive and adaptable individual with strong leadership and organisational skills. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective management of the school’s resources and operations.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have strong financial management experience, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
- Be highly IT literate, confident using and implementing systems (e.g. SIMS, FMS, Tucasi) to improve efficiency.
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of finance, HR, recruitment, and health & safety within a school setting.
- Show strategic thinking and the ability to contribute effectively to the Senior Leadership Team.
- Have proven experience managing staff, systems, and operational processes.
- Be highly organised, able to prioritise, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to report to a range of audiences including Governors.
- Maintain high levels of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Be proactive, solution-focused, and confident in sharing ideas and driving improvement.
- Ideally have previous school experience and a relevant finance or SBM qualification.
- Be personable, positive, and committed to supporting the school’s ethos and community.
In return we can offer:
- A very popular school, with a warm, supportive and vibrant school community.
- Happy and well-motivated staff and pupils.
- Support of a strong Governing Body and Senior leadership team.
- A varied role with room to grow your knowledge and career.
Excellent support, training and guidance.
Working Pattern and Salary
- 25 hours per week (working pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate)
- All-year-round contract (with 5.2 weeks of annual leave, increasing with length of service)
- Flexibility to work additional hours by mutual agreement, where required
- Salary: Surrey Pay Scale 10 (£47,142 – £51,175 full-time equivalent)
If you would like to visit our school or have any questions, please contact Melanie McGuinness, School Business Manager.
Applicants must complete an application form on e-teach. CVs will not be considered.
Closing Date: Thursday 7 May 2026
Interview Dates: Week commencing Monday 11 May 2026
Offers of employment will be subject to recruitment checks included a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Safeguarding Statement
Thames Ditton Infant 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. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Clerk to Governors
Are you highly organised, proactive, and looking for a flexible role where you can make a real impact? Thames Ditton Infant School, part of Ember Learning Trust, is seeking a dedicated Clerk to support our Governing Bodies and contribute to the continued success of our schools.
Ember Learning Trust is a close-knit partnership of four local schools, working collaboratively to provide the very best outcomes for pupils. Located in the heart of Thames Ditton, Surrey, our schools benefit from a strong sense of community and shared purpose.
As Clerk to the Governing Body, you will play a key role in ensuring effective governance. Working closely with the Chairs of Governors, Headteacher, School Business Manager, and governors, you will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and papers, take accurate minutes, track actions, maintain records, and provide advice on governance procedures and statutory requirements.
This role would suit someone with excellent organisational, communication, and ICT skills, who is able to manage their time effectively and work independently. Whether you are experienced in governance or looking to develop in this area, full training and ongoing support will be provided.
This is a part-time, term-time only position, offering flexibility around working hours. You will be required to attend approximately eight Full Governing Board meetings and six committee meetings per year (usually held before school or in the evening), as well as termly Trust meetings. The role totals approximately 280 hours annually.
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute behind the scenes to the strategic leadership of our schools and make a meaningful difference in children’s education.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged via the school office. You are also welcome to arrange an informal discussion with one of our Chairs of Governors.
Apply on e-teach
Closing date: Thursday 30 April 2026
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 4 May 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Thames Ditton Infant 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.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Thames Ditton Infant School is a welcoming and inclusive school dedicated to providing every child with the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on our nurturing environment, high standards, and commitment to inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and caring Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our vibrant team to start in January 2026. You will work closely with class teachers to support pupils’ learning, both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis, ensuring all children are supported academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist with classroom management and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Help prepare learning materials and classroom resources.
• Supervise pupils during breaks, lunchtimes, and school activities as required.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about working with children and helping them succeed.
• Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships.
• Organised, flexible, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.
• Apprenticeship training will require 3 hours of training per week within working hours.
What We Offer
• A supportive and friendly staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A positive, inclusive working environment.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
Contract Details
• This role is 31.25 hours per week for 38.6 weeks per year.
• Working hours are from 8:25am – 3:10pm, Monday to Friday, with an unpaid half-hour break during the hours of work.
Please see the documents below for the job description and application form.
Applications close Monday 24th November at 9am and interviews will take place later that week.
References will be sought for short-listed candidates; please ensure your referees are able to provide them. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding recruitment checks will be required for the successful candidate. The school reserves the right to withdraw the vacancy earlier.
Safeguarding Statement
Thames Ditton Infant 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. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Wraparound Play Assistants
Love working with kids? Enjoy making every day an adventure?
We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Play Assistants to join our Acorns Breakfast and Afterschool Clubs!
At Acorns, children get the chance to explore, problem-solve, make decisions, and take safe risks through exciting, outdoor, hands-on activities. Our sessions are child-led, full of creativity, and way more fun than your average wraparound care.
Working Hours:
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Before school: 7:15am – 8:45am
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After School: 3:00pm – 6:15pm
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Term time only, Monday to Friday
Whether you’re looking for regular hours or just a few shifts each week, we offer flexible contracts to fit around your schedule!
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Energetic, positive, and fun to be around
- A great team player
- Patient and caring with children
- Up for getting creative (and maybe a little muddy!)
Perfect for students, childcare trainees, or anyone who loves working with kids in a relaxed, friendly setting.
📩 Interested?
Just complete the Support Staff Application Form and send it to
📧 scoulter@thames-ditton-infant.surrey.sch.uk
Come and help us make every morning and afternoon an adventure!
Safeguarding Statement
Thames Ditton Infant 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. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.