Job Description

Salary

Salary calculated in line with NJC pay scale 1 (Outer London Points 2-3) 28,221 - 28,617 per annum (actual salary 24,329 - 24,725 per annum pro-rated).

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Educational

Location

Croydon

Job category

Teaching Assistant

Date posted

11/09/2025

Job reference

GST-R1413

The Greenshaw Learning Trust is 'Always Learning'

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed individual to join our Pastoral Team. The successful candidate will motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students. They must also have relevant experience in a similar role with a proven track record.

This is a fixed term contract until 17th July 2025 working 1:1 with a student in our Enhanced Learning Provision.

Main duties and responsibilities:

To support a student learning, physical, medical, emotional and behavioural difficulties to access the curriculum, make appropriate progress and develop appropriate classroom behaviour

To actively promote and contribute to the school's ethos and values To support teachers in facilitating and encouraging learning, which enables students to achieve high standards and to become independent learners

About Orchard Park High School:

Orchard Park is one of the most successful schools in the area, performing well above the national average for progress 8. The school is highly successful and we are proud of its ambitions and diverse community. We pride ourselves on routines, systems and excellence. We are a calm, happy and high achieving school, providing the very best education to all.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

We can offer you:

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisation


Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is

11.59 pm on Sunday 21st September 2025.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible after appointment. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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