Lead Learning Support Assistant

35 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time plus one week)

The SEN Department at Raynes Park High School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Lead Learning Support Assistant for our growing department. The role will require the successful candidate to provide specialist support for students with a Special Educational Need and Disability (SEND), and work closely with our experienced Assistant SENCo. We are looking for someone who is passionate about inclusion with the desire to maintain the highest standards of provision for students with SEND. You will be part of a department where colleagues work collaboratively to share good practice, develop resources and celebrate the potential and success of each student.

The ideal candidate would also be committed to continued professional development through the many opportunities offered by the school.

Raynes Park High School is a vibrant, student-focused 11 – 19 secondary school rated “Good” by Ofsted in January 2019. We foster a strong community and have great pride in our students and their achievements. Whilst the students are at the centre of everything we do, we recognise and value our dedicated and committed staff. We are actively seeking ways to enable our staff to achieve a balance between the exacting demands of their profession and their lives outside work. Above all we aim to ensure that every student is inspired to learn and achieves the best they can as a result of exceptional teaching and learning.

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website www.raynespark.merton.sch.uk. If you would like to arrange a tour of the school or if you have any questions or queries about the school or this position, please telephone the school on 020 8946 4112 or email us at humanresources@raynespark.merton.sch.uk.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Closing date: Monday 10th June 2024 at 9.00am  

Interview date: To be confirmed

We reserve the right to interview strong candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage you to submit your application early.

Raynes Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Scheme, online search checks, confirmation of qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references.