London Borough of Hounslow
Learning Support Assistant
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LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT (SWAN CENTRE)
Location: Strand On The Green Junior School, Thames Road, Chiswick, W4 3NX
Salary: Approx £21,186 per annum
Closing Date: 18/10/2026
About the Role
Swan Centre, Strand On The Green Junior School.
Scale 5: Point 11 £25,841 – Point 15 £27,385 (actual)
Start date: Immediate
Contract: Full time (39 weeks term time only)
Permanent
Part-time 32.5 hours per week
Strand on the Green Infant and Junior schools are both successful, vibrant three form entry schools which share a Specialist Base for pupils with communication and interaction needs, specifically autism.
Situated close to the river in an attractive part of Chiswick, we are looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant with exemplary practice and high expectations, to join our friendly, committed team working in our centre. This is a great opportunity to gain experience of supporting children with communication needs and autism while still working within a mainstream setting.
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We Can Offer You:
- Diverse and sparky children from great families
- A strong team spirit and the support of hardworking, enthusiastic colleagues
- Great opportunities for personal and professional development coupled with a sensible approach to workload
- A fantastic, easily accessible location by the river in Chiswick.
We Are Looking For a Candidate Who Is:
- Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
- Ready to learn more about autism and develop your skills
- Able to support children so they all achieve their best
- Someone who works best as part of a team, collaborating and sharing ideas
- Committed to inclusion, embracing and thriving on diversity
You could be just the person we’re looking for and we’d love to hear from you. Book a visit to come and see us – we might be just the school you’re looking for.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Please download the attached Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form. Completed applications should be returned via email to: office@strandjuniors.hounslow.sch.uk for the attention of the Headteacher of the Junior school, Ruth Woods, by the closing date of Sunday 18th October. Interviews will be held the week of 19th October. We reserve the right to interview strong candidates before the closing date.
Both Strand Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our community and as such the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check along with other relevant employment checks. For information please contact the Junior School.
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