Vacancies

Cavendish School is a small mixed Independent School for 11-16 year olds who have an Education Health Care Plan for SEMH. Our students are taught the full curriculum, taking Entry Level and GCSE in year 11.

Our School offers:

Small class sizes maximum of 6/7
Amazing students
Friendly and supportive staff team
Supportive SLT/SMT
A good work life balance
Enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension scheme (Teacher)
Enrolment into the school NEST Pension scheme (LSA)
A range of employee support and wellbeing benefits including our Employee Assistance programme (EAP), termly well-being days and fully equipped gym.

Cavendish is a special school for students who have social, emotional and mental health needs. We are passionate about giving our young people the best school and learning experience. Our ethos is at the core of school life ‘Every day is a Fresh Start’.

We are looking to recruit:

Learning Support Assistants

Term Time only, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3pm

This role will enhance our team in the support, integration, and teaching of our students. The post‑holder will work closely with teaching staff to make a meaningful contribution to the quality of teaching and learning within the classroom.

Applicants must hold GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science at grade A-C / grade 4 or above. Previous experience in a school setting—primary or secondary—in a similar role is desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with a genuine enthusiasm for working positively with young people and a strong desire to make a difference.

Administrative Assistant

Term Time only, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm we can be flexible in regards to hours worked.

Provide day‑to‑day support to the administrative team in a fast‑paced office environment. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills across all Microsoft applications and demonstrate excellent written English.

Cleaner

Term Time only, plus 3 weeks in holidays, Monday to Friday 3pm to 5pm

Support the cleaning of the internal areas of the school building.

Benefits: Supportive staff team, awesome students, competitive salary, pension, Employee Assistance Programme, training on and access to apprenticeship programme for the LSA and Administrative Assistant posts.

Cavendish School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this post, along with other pre-employment clearances.

Reference will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.

For further information and an application pack (we do not accept C.V.’s), please email Debbie – debbie.s@cavendish-school.net

We also welcome volunteers.

For further information and an application pack (we do not accept C.V.’s, please email Debbie – debbie.s@cavendish-school.net

Cavendish School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, and successful candidates will need to undertake a DBS check. The school will only accept completed School Application Forms.

For further information and to obtain an application form, please contact Debbie Sycamore on 020 7394 0088 or email debbie.s@cavendish-school.net.

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VOLUNTARY POSITIONS

We welcome visits to the school. Further information about voluntary positions and arrangement for visits can be made by telephoning Debbie Sycamore on 020 7394 0088.

Our recruitment processes follows the guidance in the DfE document Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education. All staff will be required to undertake a disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For an application pack see attached PDF or contact Debbie Sycamore on 020 7394 0088 or email Debbie at debbie.s@cavendish-school.net

Lady Gomm House, 58 Hawkstone Road, London SE16 2PA

www.cavendish-school.org