1:1 Learning Support Assistant in Lower KS2: 25 hours per week term time only (some flexibility for more hours)

Are you a positive, patient and calm person with experience of, or a keen interest in working with children in primary education?

Do you want to make a difference in a child's life by giving them the support that they need without taking away their independence?

Would you enjoy teaching in a warm, welcoming, small school environment where we pride ourselves in caring for the children and staff in equal measure?

We are looking for an outstanding Learning Support Assistant to  support a pupil 1:1 who is functionally hearing impaired with some language difficulties, through the academic, personal, social and emotional elements of school life.

Desired Skill Set: 

• At least GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English, preferably with IELTS qualification if English is the second language 
• Willing to attend and engage in all relevant training courses which will include training by the child’s speech and language therapist and teacher of the deaf 
• Demonstrate attention to detail by being proactive and showing initiative 
• Communicate effectively with pupils, staff, parents and external agencies 
• Have a calm, positive, patient and observant disposition 
• Be a responsible, enthusiastic and trustworthy member of the staff team 
• Able to sustain a collaborative approach to teaching and learning within the classroom 
• Be flexible and innovative to explain or present concepts in a variety of ways 
• Respect and maintain confidentiality and adhere to the school’s safeguarding practices 
• Legal right to work in the UK

Wandsworth Preparatory School is a small, one form entry independent school for boys and girls aged 4 to 11. We believe that, from an early age, children should enjoy a breadth of opportunity to develop their ability, interests and potential in a nurturing, warm and secure environment. We see ourselves as a family school with unfailing emphasis placed on the happiness of each child.

We are a non-selective school yet each teacher has high expectations of every child enabling them to reach their potential.  Consequently, as pupils leave our school, academic standards are high.  We offer our children a rich educational experience and a creative and nurturing atmosphere in our small classes with a maximum of 18 children. We want each child in our care to feel personally valued and to think of us as their second home.

Please send a completed application form, which must include a full employment history with explanation of any gaps, and details of two referees, to office@wandsworthprep.com

The closing date is Wednesday 29th June 2022 however, the school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advised application closing date should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.

INTERVIEW DATE: w/c 4th July 2022

If you would find it useful to have a discussion about the learning support assistant post with our Headteacher before applying, please email jo.fife@wandsworthprep.com. Please also take a look at our website, where you will be able to get a feel for the ethos of the school.

Wandsworth Prep School is committed to safer recruitment practice and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.