Learning Support Assistant

Established in 2020, Maida Vale School is a different kind of independent senior school - academically demanding but with a progressive approach to selection criteria, flexibility within an extensive curriculum, and recognition of creativity and talent in all areas.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and compassionate person to contribute to an energetic and collaborative Support for Learning Department in a school which places the pupils’ experiences at the centre.

The ideal candidate will provide a positive and dynamic approach to supporting pupils with additional learning needs across all Key Stages, and involvement in the wider activities of the department is expected.

Essential for Learning Support Assistant

• Educated to post-16 level (e.g. A-levels or BTEC)
• Be committed, flexible and eager to motivate pupils in the classroom.

Desirable for Learning Support Assistant

• Educated to degree level
• Some experience of working in schools (preferably secondary)
• An appropriate Teaching Assistant qualification (or willingness to work towards achieving same)

For example:

• Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 3 Certificate Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Some recent experience of support individuals with additional learning needs
• A willingness to participate in the wider life and development of the school showing commitment to the ethos of the School and flexibility in achieving its aims

The successful candidate will have:

• A passion for instilling in pupils a love of learning.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the flexibility to take on new challenges.
• The capacity to work collaboratively.
• Commitment to, and experience of, using a range of support styles and methods including ICT.

Staff Development

Maida Vale School is committed to helping staff develop professionally, and further to gaining experience from within the vibrant Humanities faculty you will have ample opportunity to enhance your skills at whole-school level. Staff are encouraged to attend external CPD courses, as well as to contribute to internal INSET programmes.

All appointments are made in accordance with our equal opportunities policy and applicants should let us know of any special needs they may have. Maida Vale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.

How to Apply

Applications must be made on the School’s application form which may be obtained from the School website: https://www.maidavaleschool.com/about-us/join-our-team  

Please submit a completed application form together with a supporting letter of application and details of two recent referees; one must be from your current or most recent employer. References will be taken prior to interview. You must provide original documents as proof of identity at interview.

Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@maidavaleschool.com or posted to Magnus Bashaarat, Headmaster, Maida Vale School, 18 Saltram Crescent, London, W9 3HR.

Closing date: Midday on Wednesday 14th June 2023

Suitable applicants will be contacted by telephone and invited to attend an interview. Interviews are likely to be held on Wednesday 21st June 2023