Special School Support Assistant

Grade 4 point 7-10 (£25,103 - £26,195) Inclusive of London Weighting and Ealing

Supplement

32.5 hours weekly (39 weeks, term-time only)

Required:
October 2026 or sooner if possible

John Chilton School is a successful school for pupils who have complex physical, medical and learning difficulties. We are innovative in our approach to educating pupils aged 4 to 19 years in a unique environment. The school is located on two sites, and the post holder will be expected to be able to work on either site.

The job includes: organising and maintaining school equipment, supporting a positive learning environment for pupils and assisting pupils with their personal care; you must be sufficiently physically fit to be able to do this.

• will be hard working and committed to work across the age range (4 to 19 years);
• must have significant experience of working with children or adults with complex and profound additional needs;
• will be able to work with minimum supervision within well-defined guidelines.

• a fantastic school where everyone is valued;
• the opportunity to develop skills and experience with personalised opportunities for continuing professional development;
• excellent facilities, resources and job satisfaction within a supportive environment;
• support from colleagues and a leadership team dedicated to success.

Applicants must apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

Applications to be submitted to the school by noon on Thursday 9 July 2026.

Completed application forms to be returned to Andrea Keogh at UB5 5LD