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Learning Support Assistants- TDJS
To commence September 2025
Term time only
We are looking for enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to support our Teachers in delivering high quality learning. The ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person new to learning support. This role may also suit someone considering teaching as a future career, and wishes to gain experience supporting teaching and learning.
Good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team is essential, as well as a love of learning and the desire to support our children achieve the best they can.
We are currently recruiting for Learning Support Assistant roles, working either in our mainstream provision or within our Learning and Additional Needs Specialist Centre. All roles commence in September 2025 and are for 32.5 hours per week, term time only.
The successful candidates would be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. The working pattern for each role is Monday - Friday, term time only, 8.30am-3.30pm. The annual salary is £17, 962 for 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per annum. (pay award pending).
Thames Ditton Junior School is a popular 3 form entry Junior School located on the borders of south west London, with 360 pupils from Year 3 to 6, and is part of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership. We also have a specialist Learning and Additional Needs (LAN) provision within the school providing places for 16 children with moderate learning, and/or speech and language, difficulties. As a school, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture and nurturing environment where every child has the opportunity and support to succeed.
This is an exciting time to join the school, and our growing Trust, helping to shape a new era of development and growth so that all children are able to reach their full potential. We offer:
•highly motivated children with a love of learning
•family friendly term time working
•competitive salary and annual performance progression;
•professional development support;
•two weeks’ autumn half term; and
•membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
Application packs and further details are available from our website. If you have questions prior to application, please email HR. Details can be found on our website.
Closing date for applications is Monday 7th July 2025 (9am)
We welcome early applications and we reserve the right to interview, and appoint prior to the application deadline if we believe that the right candidate has come forward so, please do get your application in as soon as you make the decision that Thames Ditton is the right place for you.
Safeguarding Statement
Thames Ditton Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and all appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and verification of identify and qualifications.