Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Teddington School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Teddington School

Teddington School is a vibrant and inclusive community-focused school dedicated to providing an exceptional education to students in Teddington and surrounding areas. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a thriving multi-academy trust of twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we share a collective commitment to “Transforming schools... changing lives.”

At Teddington School, we believe in the potential of every student and aim to create a culture where they can flourish. The school prides itself on being a place where high academic standards go hand-in-hand with a rich array of extracurricular opportunities. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to inspire students and support them in achieving their goals, both inside and outside of the classroom.

Details

Position: Learning Support Assistant 

Contract: Term time, permanent

Salary: £30,285 FTE; Actual salary £21,831

Responsible to: Headteacher

Benefits

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

• Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils
• Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning
• Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and need

Requirements include:

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)

Desirable

• Relevant experience of working with children in an education setting

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.