LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANTS
REQUIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Salary: HAY 5 point 6, currently equivalent to £31,530 FTE
This will be pro-rata 29 hours per week, term time only, 39 weeks per year.

 
Cherry Garden is an outstanding community special school that meets the needs of children (2-11 years) with severe and complex needs including autism. We are in a new state of the art building with brilliant facilities and extensive landscaped grounds and it goes without saying the children are amazing. Please check out our Instagram @cherrygardensch to see them in action!
We have a child centred, play based curriculum with motivating and fun learning opportunities at the centre of what we do.

Are you:

• passionate about supporting pupils with learning
• a team
• committed to continuous improvement.

We, in turn, can offer:

• a friendly and supportive staff
• comprehensive induction and on the job
• an exceptional school environment which is truly special in so many ways.

All Southwark schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check and have the right to work in the UK.

An application pack can be found on our website www.cherrygardenschool.co.uk/vacancies or may be requested from the School Administration Officer by emailing hr@cherrygardenschool.co.uk
Applications should be submitted to this email address or posted to Cherry Garden School, at the address above.

Closing Date: 9.00am, Monday, 9^th November 2026
Interview Date: Monday, 23^rd November 2026
CVs are not acceptable – only applications on the official form will be considered for shortlisting.

 
If you would like to arrange a tour of our school please email the school at hr@cherrygardenschool.co.uk

 TEACHER REQUIRED FOR JANUARY 2027 OR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THEREAFTER
Suitable for ECTs – Yes
Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS and SEND Allowance

• Are you passionate about children’s learning?
• Do you have high expectations for every child?
• Are you able to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team?
• Do you want to be part of an exciting, talented team leading change in a forward thinking school?
• Are you enthusiastic and flexible?

 

Cherry Garden is an outstanding community special school that meets the needs of children (2-11 years) with severe and complex learning differences, including autism. We are in a new state of the art building with excellent facilities and extensive grounds and it goes without saying the children are ‘amazing’. Please check out our Twitter account @CherryGdnSchool and our Instagram @cherrygardensch to see them in action!

The Headteacher and the Governing body are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate teacher who is keen to develop their knowledge and skills in working with pupils with complex needs. We provide extensive support to our mainstream primary and early years partners and work closely with the Teaching Schools Alliance on Leadership CPD programmes.
Early Career Teachers, Primary/Early Years teachers new to special needs are very welcome to apply, as well as those who have more experience. We can offer you bespoke professional development and support in a vibrant and fun working environment. We have a ‘can do’ culture where innovation and creativity is within our DNA.

Cherry Garden is located in vibrant Peckham, Zone 2 (5 min. walk from Peckham Rye station). There are a multitude of shops, cafés, leisure facilities and open spaces on our doorstep as well as excellent transport links.

Previous experience within a special needs setting is desirable but not essential. Visits during the school day are actively encouraged. For informal discussions/visits please contact the school on 020 7237 4050.
All Southwark schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check and have the right to work in the UK.

An application pack can be found on our website www.cherrygardenschool.co.uk/vacancies or may be requested from Sabrina Prempeh, School Administration Officer at hr@cherrygardenschool.co.uk. Applications should be submitted to this email address or posted to Cherry Garden School, 41 Bellenden Road, London SE15 5BB.

Closing Date:  9.00am, Monday, 23^rd November 2026

Interview: Tuesday, 1^st December 2026
Please note: CVs are not acceptable – only applications on the official form will be considered for shortlisting.