Learning Support Assistant
Hinchley Wood School
South West London/Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- From £11,387 actual per annum
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 4 December 2017
Job overview
From £11,387 actual pro rata salary (29 hours/week, term time only 38 weeks per annum)
Our Learning Support Assistants play a vital role in assisting students with differing needs and abilities to maximise their potential and achievement.
Ideally we are looking for someone with a relevant qualification and/or experience of supporting and understanding the learning needs of children, and able to actively contribute to their learning, personal and social needs, while encouraging independence. Key duties will include advancing learning of identified students in a range of settings including working 1:1 and supporting within class. A positive and flexible approach is essential.
Other qualities required include patience, excellent communication and motivational skills, and being able to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team building good relationships with colleagues and students. Experience of supporting students or relevant qualifications are advantageous although full training will be offered to the right candidate.
The hours of work are Monday – Thursday from 8.30am – 3.00pm and Friday 8.30am – 1.30pm, term time only. The minimum full time equivalent salary per annum is £17,019. If you have further questions or would like to visit prior to application please get in touch, via email: hmorey@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk or phone 0208 339 3902.
Hinchley Wood is an inclusive and high achieving school in Esher, Surrey, celebrating student progress and development as well as academic achievement. We are one of the top 100 performing schools in terms of the progress our students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSEs, and highly sought after with 1,300 students on roll including 225 in our 6th form.
If you have a strong desire to help students achieve the best they can whilst fulfilling your own potential, we would very much welcome your interest.
We offer:
- a competitive salary and performance progression;
- professional development support;
- two weeks’ autumn half term;
- interest free travel loan;
- childcare and cycle to work salary sacrifice schemes; and
- membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Application packs can be downloaded here and further information can be found from our website www.hinchleywoodschool.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 4th December 2017
Hinchley Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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About Hinchley Wood School
Hinchley Wood School is a comprehensive coeducational secondary school based in Surrey, for students between the ages of 11 and 18. It gained academy status in 2012 and multi academy status in 2019 - Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership. In October 2019 Hinchley Wood Primary School joined the Partnership.
Executive Headteacher
Ben Bartlett
Values and Vision
Hinchley Wood School’s motto is “Caring for ourselves, each other, the environment and the future”. The school aims for every student to be determined to work hard, have independence and be confident. This will hopefully help them to grow as individuals. Teachers aim to make students enthusiastic about learning and are expected to help them achieve the best possible results and discover their talents.
Ofsted report
“The students work exceptionally well together in this harmonious and cohesive community and achieve outstanding outcomes. This is as a result of the good teaching they receive, excellent interventions for those who underachieve and a well-structured curriculum with some innovative aspects. Personalised vocational and academic pathways, resulting from the school’s strong partnerships, effectively meet students’ needs and aspirations. The outstanding specialist curriculum in music has had a significant impact on raising achievement. Additionally, excellent care, guidance and support and detailed tracking of students’ progress ensure that all students are on track to achieve their potential. All students feel highly valued and safe.”
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