Junior School 1:1 Learning Support Assistant

Employer

Putney High School - GDST

Location

London, Greater London

Contract Type

Fixed term contract

Hours

Part Time, Term Time

Contract Length

Subject to EHCP annual review

Salary

£17,177 pa actual (£31,200 pa FTE)

Posted

9th October 2026

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

Expires

9th November 2026 09:00 AM

Contract Type

Fixed term contract

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

Job ID

1578831

Suitable for

Other Graduates

Job Reference

PUT-JSLSA

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

• Contract Type :Fixed term contract
• Contract Length: Subject to EHCP annual review
• Suitable for: Other Graduates
• Job ID: 1578831

Contract: Part time (25 hours) and term time only, whilst the child remains at the school. Subject to EHCP annual review amendment

Salary: GDST Support Staff scale: Actual salary £17,177 per annum (FTE £31,200 per annum)

Required: Immediate

Putney High School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and motivated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our Junior School on a part time basis on a fixed term contract.

This role involves providing dedicated support to a Year 3 pupil, working closely with teaching staff to support their learning and development. Support will be delivered both within the classroom and through targeted one-to-one or small group interventions, helping the pupil access the curriculum, build confidence and thrive in school life.

The Junior School is a warm, vibrant and down-to-earth community where pupils are curious, collaborative and develop a love of learning. It is proud of its exceptional academic outcomes and strong pastoral care. As a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference to a child's educational journey while contributing to the school's continuing success and happy atmosphere.

About the School

As one of the UK’s leading schools, Putney High School is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged, and supported inside the classroom and beyond.

The school is set in leafy, tranquil grounds close to the heart of Putney and to the River Thames.

The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

• Generous pension scheme

• Free life assurance benefit

• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools

• Access to extensive professional development opportunities

• Training grants for qualifications

• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and season ticket loans

• A Cycle to Work scheme

• Retail and lifestyle discounts

• Financial guidance and support

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

For further information about the role, person and school, please refer to the Candidate Brief, and t o apply for this exciting opportunity please click apply.

Applications must be received by Monday 02 November 2026 at 9am.

Interview date will take place from the week commencing 09 November 2026.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding Statement:

The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.