35 hours per week, 39 weeks Start date: September 2025 We are excited to announce that there is a vacancy in our fully established and successful EAL department. Led by our EAL Coordinator, we are a small department with high expectations of our students and an excellent track record of securing outstanding outcomes for EAL students. We are committed to supporting and developing our students in order for them to fully immerse themselves in the opportunities the school has to offer. We are looking for a HLTA to join our team, to grow our department and the support for our students, particularly those transitioning mid-year, to develop language proficiency in order to thrive. Whether you are an experienced HLTA or looking to develop your existing skills to this level, this is the ideal job for anybody with experience in supporting young people to meet their potential. Raynes Park High School is a vibrant, student-focused 11 – 19 secondary school rated “Good” by Ofsted in November 2024. The report recognised that we are “a friendly and welcoming school where pupils are well supported” and that our “pupils achieve well”. 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. Should you wish to visit the school prior to completing your application, you will be warmly welcomed. Please telephone the school on 020 8946 4112 or email us at humanresources@raynespark.merton.sch.uk if you would like to apply or arrange a visit. Closing date: Monday 23rd June 2025 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. Please note that we do not accept CVs. 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, confirmation of qualifications, experience and online checks and satisfactory references.