Learning Support Assistant

Swan Centre @ Strand on the Green Schools

Role: Learning Support Assistant

Scale 5: Point 11 £23,075 – Point 15 £24,523 actual  

Start date: September 2024

Contract: Fixed term Full time (39 weeks term time only)          

Strand on the Green Infant and Junior schools are both successful, vibrant three form entry schools which share a SEND resource base for children with ASC. Situated close to the river in an attractive part of Chiswick, we are looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant with exemplary practice and high expectations, to join our friendly, committed team working in our ASC centre. It is a great opportunity to gain experience of supporting children with autism while still working within a mainstream setting.

We can offer you:

Diverse and sparky children from great families

A strong team spirit and the support of hard working, enthusiastic colleagues

Great opportunities for personal and professional development coupled with a sensible approach to workload

A fantastic, easily accessible location by the river in Chiswick.

We are looking for a candidate who is:

Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

Ready learn more about autism and develop your skills

Able to support children so they all achieve their best

Someone who works best as part of a team, collaborating and sharing ideas

Committed to inclusion, embracing and thriving on diversity

You could be just the person we’re looking for and we’d love to hear from you. Book a visit to come and see us – we might be just the school you’re looking for.

Application forms and further details are available for download on our website. Completed applications should be returned via email for the attention of the Headteacher of the Junior school, Ruth Woods, by the closing date of Sunday 8th September. Interviews will be held w/b Monday 9th September. We reserve the right to interview strong candidates before the closing date.

Both Strand Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our community and as such the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check along with other relevant employment checks. For information please contact the Junior School.