Learning Support Assistant

Job description / Role

Job overview

The Fulham Boys School is seeking a learning support assistant (LSA) to join a strong additional learning needs (ALN) department. The specifics of this role will be determined on the successful candidate's skills and experience. The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience of working with students with additional needs. They will also inspire and motivate boys across all key stages, including 6th form. The ALN department has many strengths including an experienced SENCO, passionate LSAs and access to a wide range of resources. TEFL qualification or experience of working at post 16 is desirable but not essential.

About the Fulham Boys School

The Fulham Boys School, located in the heart of Fulham, is a highly successful and oversubscribed school with a good reputation in the local community. In 2024 at GCSE the school sits in the top 4% nationally for progress and achieved 90% 4+ in English & Maths and 73% 5+ in English & Maths. In the sixth form, the school is proud to once again achieve ALPs 3 which places us in the top 25% nationally for KS5 results.

We offer all of our students an extended school day with all of our boys in school until 4:10pm Monday to Thursday and 2:45pm on Fridays. During this time, our extensive co-curricular offer enables students to take on a new sport or find their passion in debating, gardening or social enterprise. We want our students to leave FBS equipped for the workplace and life beyond.

What we offer

• 172 school days per year with 5 INSET days
• An annual staff wellbeing day where the school is closed
• Exceptional commitment to effective, evidence-based CPD that takes place on a daily basis and supports all staff to grow in their roles and prepare for future roles
• Free staff lunches during term time, tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit in the staff room
• Subscription to the Education Support employee assistance programme
• Half-termly ‘shining lights’ where staff nominate others for recognition
• Regular staff socials and sport
• Use of the on site gym

How to apply

We actively encourage potential candidates to visit our school. If you do wish to visit, please contact the HR Manager at The Fulham Boys School.

Application forms should be completed via the TES Portal.

FBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.