Learning Support / Teaching Assistant

The Alton School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant. 

36 hours per week Term Time Only 

The school’s vision is to give every child in our community an exceptional education. Staff are well supported and developed as outstanding practitioners and leaders. We have a strong inclusive and supportive ethos, a well-resourced curriculum and fabulous children. We serve a diverse multi-cultural community and celebrate the richness that this brings to school life. 

If you want to be part of something truly special, please contact Helen Gibbs on 020 8876 8482 to arrange a visit, or to have an informal chat with the Headteacher, Ruth Hudson. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work with the most wonderful students anywhere in the country
• A warm, mutually supportive and caring ethos with enthusiastic and skilled staff who are highly aspirational and committed to pupil welfare, progress and life-chances
• A positive and enthusiastic, well-resourced and attractive working environment with extensive grounds adjacent to Richmond Park.
• A commitment to working with and within our local community
• A creative and innovative environment which encourages a 'risk taking' and positive mind set culture
• A happy school - where children smile, they are eager to learn and where standards are high.
• Support and guidance from your line manager
• High quality administrative support 
• Onsite Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• The ability to work as a team player 
• High expectations in children’s learning and behaviour;
• A vision and  passionate commitment to high quality learning and teaching;
• Enthusiasm and energy for the role;
• A  high standard of literacy and numeracy skills.
• Previous experience is desirable. 
• Closing date: 9am Monday 24th January 2022

Early applications are encouraged 

Foe more information please go to the  Alton School website www.altonschool.org.uk 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.