Teaching Assistant

Learning Support / Teaching Assistant 

Permanent 

36 hours per week term time only. 

Spine point 2 £19,416 per annum.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at The Alton School we are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic reliable and resourceful individual who is able to cope in a high-pressure environment and thrive in an environment where no day is the same.

The post will involve:

• Working with a wide range of class teachers to deliver excellent teaching and learning.
• Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis.
• Accompanying groups on trips.
• Supporting assessment and evidencing learning
• Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources
• Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners
• Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability

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
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 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

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.
• A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
• Previous experience is desirable. 

The school’s vision is to give every child in our community an exceptional education. 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.

Closing date: 9am Monday 13th June 2022

Early applications are encouraged 

In the interests of efficiency, economy and the environment, candidates are encouraged to download forms from the Alton School website www.altonschool.org.uk and return it to the school by email admin@thealton.wandsworth.sch.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. 

We do not accept CVs.

Applicants regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability or age will be welcomed.  All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job. Safeguarding procedures to promote the welfare of all children are in place. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Criminal Records Bureau.