Gap Year Assistant ABOUT US 1 OUR STORY ...SO FAR Finton House was founded in 1987 as a charitable trust with two principles in mind: that children joining Reception should not have to face the pressures of a competitive entry system, and that of providing an inclusive environment where all children, including those with special educational needs, have the same opportunities. 338 PUPILS 74 STAFF FOUR HOUSES The School motto “Open Hearts and Guiding Hands” sums up the relationships which pupils and staff build with each other, with our local community and the wider world. The House system gives pupils a way to make friends outside of their year group whilst instiling a sense of belonging, pride and teamwork in them. SPECIALIST FACILITIES EVERY CHILD CAN SHINE facilities We have specialist including purpose-built Music rooms with soundproof recording booths, a Science lab, DT workshop and an Art room. A Fintonian demonstrates our ‘Finton Goals’ of kindness, respect, curiosity, resilience, communication, morality and self-belief. WELCOME TO FINTON HOUSE Thank you for your interest in working at Finton House. We are an outstanding non-selective co-educational preparatory school for boys and girls aged 4-11, located next to Wandsworth Common in South West London. 2 3 fintonhouse.org.ukFinton House School MEET US 2 FROM OUR CHAIR OF GOVERNORS MEET US 3 FROM OUR HEAD “Happiness is the key to a successful education.” I am always so impressed and hugely thankful for the staff’s dedication to Finton House School holds a special place in the the school’s objectives and to each child’s education at Finton House. This hearts of all those who have been here, either as a became particularly apparent during lockdown when they worked tirelessly pupil, a parent or as a member of staff. It is a unique to create and deliver a leading remote learning offering. This was created school combining a warm child centric environment with a high focus on by leveraging the experience of schools around the world and utilising our wellbeing and values while also achieving outstanding academic results. previous investment in technology. Like everything at Finton House, we This is in the context of a non-selective entry, increasingly rare for Prep strive for improvement and keep evolving the educational experience so schools in the area, and a specific objective to include children with special that we can now take the best of what remote learning has taught us and education needs who can thrive in a mainstream environment. Inclusion bring that to our on-site learning in 2021 and beyond. is part of the fabric of Finton House, together with a focus on building an In a world with an increasingly rapid pace of change where contribute. All this is down to the culture, care and commitment of our we must be prepared for the unexpected, our objective is that highly experienced staff who get the best out of every child from those children leave Finton House with a confidence, resilience and that need early support in specific areas to the more able who should be understanding of our roles in the Community around us and our duty to understanding of the world which will allow them to thrive stretched. wherever they go next in life. I have the pleasure of seeing this first-hand when our Old Fintonians return to visit, come Working here is deeply rewarding and often a great deal of fun - after back to work with us or bring their children to school here. all, happiness is the key to a successful education. Everyone works hard There is no doubt in my mind that being part of the Finton to maintain the school’s success and outstanding reputation, while in the community is hugely rewarding and fulfilling. knowledge that protection of their own wellbeing is taken very seriously. Liz Buckley Ben Freeman 4 5 fintonhouse.org.ukFinton House School THE ROLE 4 ROLE SPECIFICATION GAP ASSISTANT Job Title Gap Assistant Reporting to Deputy Head (Pastoral) About Gap Assistants are responsible for supporting school operations including teaching and learning. Their workload is varied and may involve working with whole classes, groups or individuals. This position is ideally for 2-3 term placements, but occasionally vacancies arise for a shorter period. Main Duties • Work with teachers and/or other appropriate professionals to take into account pupils’ needs and help them to learn as effectively as possible in lessons, small groups and on a one-to-one basis. • Carry out any tasks teachers may require to support teaching and learning such as preparing the classroom, preparing resources, photocopying, display work, setting up for events etc. • Carry out supervision duties during breaks and lunchtimes, including walking pupils to and from offsite activities. • Assist with the organisation and management of whole school events, e.g. plays, concerts, sports day and trips, including residential trips where appropriate. • Strong command of the English language, including spelling and grammar • Good IT skills • Enthusiastic and willing • Patient and caring • Good interpersonal skills • Good team player and always willing to go the extra mile • Excellent time-keeping and attendance Skills & Attributes THE ROLE SHINE BRIGHT “Finton is more than just a school.” - Former Parent Working at Finton will give you invaluable life experience. from working with children to being a key operational part of a very busy school. You will have opportunities to work with across a range of year groups, subjects and areas of school life - from Poetry Week to Sports Day, there is always something new and exciting around the corner at Finton. At Finton, Gap Assistants are just as much a part of our family as our longstanding staff members; you will be treated with respect and given considerable responsibility, and in turn will leave with a great sense of achievement. 6 Finton House School 7 fintonhouse.org.uk STAFF BENEFITS 6 WHY WORK AT FINTON? BENEFITS HOW TO APPLY 7 APPLYING FOR THE ROLE Lunch is provided to all employees during term time, alongside access to refreshments throughout the day. All employees have access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme, offering employees and their dependents access to wellbeing resources including counselling and legal advice. There is the opportunity to earn significant additional income through extra-curricular clubs either before or after school. Finton operates a lively social life with regular staff events such as quizzes and drinks events, alongside the traditional structured mentoring and pport schemes. APPLICATION FORM To apply for this position you will need to complete an application form. Completed applications should be sent FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, c/o Justine Lavelle (HR Coordinator) on justine.lavelle@fintonhouse.org.uk. INTERVIEW PROCESS Applications will be assessed against the job description and person specification, with candidates invited for an interview either in person or via Zoom. You will meet the Headmaster during the interview process and have an opportunity to tour the school. 8 9 fintonhouse.org.ukFinton House School VALUES AND ETHOS 8 VALUES AND ETHOS “Open Hearts and Guiding Hands” EQUALITY & DIVERSITY Finton House Educational Trust values Equality & Diversity in everything that we do, with inclusivity being a founding principle of the School. All applicants will be treated with respect and dignity, and provided with the support they require to complete their recruitment journey with the School. SAFEGUARDING Finton House Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. Details of all checks are to be found in our Recruitment, Selection & Disclosures Procedure, which is available on request. 10 11 fintonhouse.org.ukFinton House School
SEN Teaching Assistant CANDIDATE INFORMATION W E L C O M E F R O M T H E H E A D M A S T E R Finton House School holds a special place in the hearts of all those who have been here, either as a pupil, a parent or as a member of staff. It is a unique school combining a warm child-centric environment with a high focus on wellbeing and values while also achieving outstanding academic results. This is in the context of a non-selective entry, increasingly rare for Prep schools in the area, and a specific objective to include children with special education needs who can thrive in a mainstream environment. Inclusion is part of the fabric of Finton House, together with a focus on building an understanding of our roles in the Community around us and our duty to contribute. All this is down to the culture, care and commitment of our highly experienced staff who get the best out of every child from those that need early support in specific areas to the more able who should be stretched. Working here is deeply rewarding and often a great deal of fun - after all, happiness is the key to a successful education. Everyone works hard to maintain the school’s success and outstanding reputation, while in the knowledge that protection of their own wellbeing is taken very seriously. Ben Freeman Headmaster 2 A B O U T F I N T O N H O U S E Finton House is a thriving independent co-educational prep school for 340 children aged 4-11. Located near Wandsworth Common in South West London, Finton House is a non-selective, inclusive school where children are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. The school’s commitment to pastoral care is as strong as its commitment to providing an outstanding education, and its academic achievements at 11+ speak for themselves: at Finton House, every child can shine bright. Finton House was founded in 1987 as a charitable trust on the principles that there should be no academic selection for entry into Reception and that all the children, including those with special educational needs, should enjoy a completely inclusive, nurturing environment. These principles underpin the educational experience at Finton House. The school has a strong reputation for nurturing mixed ability cohorts of children to experience the joy of learning and develop their skills, knowledge and wellbeing. The impact and success of a Finton education is evident in the number of children waiting for a place to join in Reception or for an occasional vacancy in all Year groups, and the remarkable success of pupils being awarded places and scholarships into a wide range of selective independent senior schools. The school motto “Open Hearts and Guiding Hands” sums up the warm and caring relationships that the school promotes in a nurturing learning environment, in order to provide the most complete education. 3 C MORALITY ATINM OM U C R S E S NIO S E N P E FINTON HOUSE GOALS D N C EN C SEL IF E E R CURIOS TYI T L FIBE E K S ILI I 3 4 THE ROLE Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Reporting to: Deputy Head (Pastoral) Salary: Dependent on experience From: September 2025 We are looking for an assistant who is committed to making a significant and positive impact on our children's lives and who is driven to further improve standards across our school, impacting the success of our neurodiverse children. This position will include a variety of different roles, including supporting specific children during lunchtime break, 1:1 support in class, small group support, working alongside the Inclusion Manager and Class Teachers, therapeutic team and working with a wide variety of SEND children within a mainstream school setting. 5 MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES To apply therapeutic interventions and behavioural strategies within a mainstream context. To supervise and provide particular support for identified students, in 1:1, group or whole class situations, ensuring access to learning. Creating appropriate resources to support the child Motivate and encourage children as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to needs Monitor the child’s academic acquisition and responses to the learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt the activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes. When working with a group of pupils, understand and use group dynamics to promote group effectiveness and support group and individual performance Contribute to the continued review of planning, support and monitoring of progress and Please be aware that duties may vary from time to time without changing their character or general level of responsibility. Duties may be subject to periodic review by the nominated representative (in consultation with the postholder) to reflect the changing needs of Finton House. 6 P E R S O N S P E C I F I C A T I O N 7 S A F E G U A R D I N G Finton House Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. Details of all checks are to be found in our Recruitment, Selection & Disclosures Procedure, which is available on request. 8 B E N E F I T S Finton House operates a generous pension scheme for all employees. Assistants are enrolled into Scottish Widows with an employer contribution of 7.5%. All permanent employees benefit from Life Insurance covering Death in Service to a value of 2x salary. All permanent employees benefit from Income Protection insurance should the employee fall ill, providing support during long term illness. Permanent employees benefit from a staff discount on fees for all children attending Finton House of 65% (pro rata). Lunch is provided to all employees during term time. The school participates in both a Cycle & Technology Scheme allowing employees to benefit from favourable purchase terms and tax efficiencies. All employees have access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme offering employees and their dependents access to wellbeing resources including counselling and legal advice. Staff Loans are available for training courses and travel support. 9
For all positions listed, you will need to complete a Finton House application form (see below) to apply.
Completed applications should be sent FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, c/o Georgina Kennedy (Head’s PA) on office@fintonhouse.org.uk
SEN Teaching Assistant
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to commence 1st September 2025 who is committed to making a significant and positive impact on our children’s lives and who are driven to further improve standards across our school, impacting the success of our children with special educational needs. This is a one year Fixed Term contract in the first instance.
To apply for this position you will need to complete a Finton House School application form and submit a covering letter. The application deadline is the 31st July 2025. Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Completed applications should be sent FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, c/o Georgina Kennedy (Headmaster’s PA) on office@fintonhouse.org.uk
Gap Year Assistant
We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic Gap Year students (ie. between school and university) who would like to work at Finton House School for two-three terms. Please indicate which term(s) you would be interested in working in on your application (ie. Autumn and Spring Term or Spring and Summer Term).
Deadline for 2026-2027 applications 1st December 2025
Please submit the application form FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, c/o Georgina Kennedy (Headmaster’s PA) on georgina.kennedy@fintonhouse.org.uk
Finton House Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.
Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Peripatetic Learning Support Teacher CANDIDATE INFORMATION Finton House School holds a special place in the hearts of all thosewho have been here, either as a pupil, a parent or as a member ofstaff. It is a unique school combining a warm child-centricenvironment with a high focus on wellbeing and values while alsoachieving outstanding academic results. This is in the context of abroad intake entry, increasingly rare for Prep schools in the area,and a specific objective to include children with special educationneeds who can thrive in a mainstream environment. Inclusion ispart of the fabric of Finton House, together with a focus onbuilding an understanding of our roles in the Community around usand our duty to contribute. All this is down to the culture, care andcommitment of our highly experienced staff who get the best outof every child from those that need early support in specific areasto the more able who should be stretched. Working here is deeply rewarding and often a great deal of fun -after all, happiness is the key to a successful education. Everyoneworks hard to maintain the school’s success and outstandingreputation, while in the knowledge that protection of their ownwellbeing is taken very seriously. HeadmasterWELCOME FROM THE HEADMASTERBen Freeman 2 Finton House is a thriving independent co-educationalprep school for 340 children aged 4-11. Located nearWandsworth Common in South West London, FintonHouse has a broad intake in an inclusive environmentwhere children are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. The school’s commitment to pastoralcare is as strong as its commitment to providing anoutstanding education, and its academic achievementsat 11+ speak for themselves: at Finton House, every childcan shine bright. Finton House was founded in 1987 as a charitable truston the principles that there should be no academicselection for entry into Reception and that all thechildren, including those with special educational needs,should enjoy a completely inclusive, nurturingenvironment. These principles underpin the educationalexperience at Finton House. The school has a strongreputation for nurturing mixed ability cohorts of childrento experience the joy of learning and develop their skills,knowledge and wellbeing. The impact and success of aFinton education is evident in the number of childrenwaiting for a place to join in Reception or for anoccasional vacancy in all Year groups, and theremarkable success of pupils being awarded places andscholarships into a wide range of selective independentsenior schools.The school motto “Open Hearts and Guiding Hands”sums up the warm and caring relationships that theschool promotes in a nurturing learning environment, inorder to provide the most complete education.ABOUT FINTON HOUSE3 3SELIFLFIBEEKINDNESSCOMUCATINMNIOCURIOSTYIMORALITYRESILIENCETESRCPEFINTON HOUSE GOALS4 THE ROLE Reporting to: The SENCOAbout: The Learning Support Teacher will be aqualified, enthusiastic and caring teacher,upholding the ethos of the school and willing to gothe extra mile to support children, parents andcolleaguesJob Purpose: The Learning Support Teachersupports mainstream children with learningdifficulties e.g. dyspraxia, dyslexia, and dyscalculiaas well as those with more general literacy ornumeracy difficulties.Salary: Peripatetic – current rate is £35 per 35minute lesson, invoiced directly to parents on atermly basis.5 6MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESIn addition to upholding the Teachers’ Standards:·Uphold the School’s ‘open door’ policy, ensuring good home-school communication. ·Teaching children assigned to you according to their educational needs and provide guidanceand advice as needed.·Contributing to the Learning Support department and liaising closely with the SENCO andworking as part of a team with all members of the department.·Make the DSL aware of any concerns they have regarding an individual pupil.·Encourage the pupils to feel proud of their achievements, ensuring these are recognised andcelebrated. ·In liaison with the SENCO, keep records of attendance, planning and attainment.·In liaison with the SENCO, complete reading, spelling or math assessments at beginning and endof year for each child, set appropriate targets and adapt teaching plans accordingly. ·To prepare and write brief Feedback Reports to parents and copied to Class Teachers at the endof each term (these are written instead of end of term reports). ·Keep a record of the number of lessons taught in order to invoice parents directly each term.·Attend internal meetings when required, attend Parents’ Evenings and attend INSET training. 7PERSON SPECIFICATION Finton House Educational Trust is committed to safeguardingand promoting the welfare of children and young people.Applicants must undergo child protection screening, includingchecks with past employers and Disclosure and BarringService. Details of all checks are to be found in ourRecruitment, Selection & Disclosures Procedure, which isavailable on request. 8SAFEGUARDING Finton House operates a generous defined benefit pensionscheme for all employees. Teachers are enrolled intoAPTIS with an employer contribution of 18%.All permanent employees benefit from Life Insurancecovering Death in Service to a value of 2 times salary.All permanent employees benefit from Income Protectioninsurance should the employee fall ill, providing supportduring long term illness.Employees have the option to buy into the group medicalinsurance provided through Aviva. This covers a widevariety of treatment including optical and dental.Permanent employees benefit from a staff discount onfees for all children attending Finton of 65% (pro rata).Lunch is provided to all employees during term time,alongside access to refreshments throughout the day.The School participates in both a Cycle & TechnologyScheme allowing employees to benefit from favourablepurchase terms and tax efficiencies.All employees have access to an industry leadingEmployee Assistance Programme offering employees andtheir dependents access to wellbeing resources includingcounselling and legal advice.Staff Loans are available for training courses and travelsupport.Finton operates a lively social life with regular staff eventsalongside traditional mentoring and support.BENEFITS9
Marketing AssistantCANDIDATE INFORMATION Finton House School holds a special place in the hearts of all thosewho have been here, either as a pupil, a parent or as a member ofstaff. It is a unique school combining a warm child-centricenvironment with a high focus on wellbeing and values while alsoachieving outstanding academic results. This is in the context of abroad intake entry, increasingly rare for Prep schools in the area,and a specific objective to include children with special educationneeds who can thrive in a mainstream environment. Inclusion ispart of the fabric of Finton House, together with a focus onbuilding an understanding of our roles in the Community around usand our duty to contribute. All this is down to the culture, care andcommitment of our highly experienced staff who get the best outof every child from those that need early support in specific areasto the more able who should be stretched. Working here is deeply rewarding and often a great deal of fun -after all, happiness is the key to a successful education. Everyoneworks hard to maintain the school’s success and outstandingreputation, while in the knowledge that protection of their ownwellbeing is taken very seriously. HeadmasterWELCOME FROM THE HEADMASTERBen Freeman 2 Finton House is a thriving independent co-educationalprep school for 350 children aged 4-11. Located nearWandsworth Common in South West London, FintonHouse has a broad intake in an inclusive environmentwhere children are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. The school’s commitment to pastoralcare is as strong as its commitment to providing anoutstanding education, and its academic achievementsat 11+ speak for themselves: at Finton House, every childcan shine bright. Finton House was founded in 1987 as a charitable truston the principles that there should be no academicselection for entry into Reception and that all thechildren, including those with special educational needs,should enjoy a completely inclusive, nurturingenvironment. These principles underpin the educationalexperience at Finton House. The school has a strongreputation for nurturing mixed ability cohorts of childrento experience the joy of learning and develop their skills,knowledge and wellbeing. The impact and success of aFinton education is evident in the number of childrenwaiting for a place to join in Reception or for anoccasional vacancy in all Year groups, and theremarkable success of pupils being awarded places andscholarships into a wide range of selective independentsenior schools.The school motto “Open Hearts and Guiding Hands”sums up the warm and caring relationships that theschool promotes in a nurturing learning environment, inorder to provide the most complete education.ABOUT FINTON HOUSE3 3SELIFLFIBEEKINDNESSCOMUCATINMNIOCURIOSTYIMORALITYRESILIENCETESRCPEFINTON HOUSE GOALS4 THE ROLE Reporting to: The Head of MarketingCommunications & Development Overview of the Role: The MarketingAssistant will provide support to ensuresuccessful delivery of the strategic plan. Salary: £28,000-£30,000 - dependant onexperience. 5 6MARKETING·Support the marketing of the school as required, including photographing eventsand activities for newsletters, the website and social media;· Create invitations and ticketing on Toucan Tech in relation to events.· Support recording, upload and distribution of School Podcasts·Be responsible for digital signage throughout the school, updating screens withrelevant content and photos (including the daily lunch menu).·Support the production of the weekly e-newsletter, editing articles and sourcingphotographs for inclusion.·Maintain and develop the School website, keeping it up-to-date with currentinformation (staff lists, policies,fees, curriculum etc) and news stories.·Maintain the School's photographic library, attending key events as photographerthroughout the year, and co-organise the School's annual individual photographday. Be responsible for adding to and maintaining lists of pupils whose names orimages may not be used on various platforms and ensure that staff are aware ofthese pupils.·Support the School's presence on social media platforms.·Provide timely support for the admissions function, particularly at busy timessuch as Open Days etc. For example, sending out prospectuses, helping withuniform admin, individual photographs, etc.·Support teachers with subject specific media and branding paperwork (poster,brochures, programmers and certificates etc.)MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 7DEVELOPMENT·Assist with the School's Development Database ("Toucan Tech")including but not limited to adding data, updating records,loggingdonations and communications and creating contact to improvedevelopment and alumni operations.·Assist with the planning and delivery of a calendar of events for thealumni and current parent community e.g. reunions, parent drinks etc.and ensure they are delivered to a high standard;·Actively promote membership of the Old Fintonian Association, growingmembership through networking with pastFinton pupils and parents.·Compile and distribute a termly e-newsletter to the alumni communityand post regular alumni news on the fundraising website;·Track and maintain data, utilising all information available to researchthe school community and record systematically and accurately in thefundraising database.·Maintain confidentiality of information in line with GDPR guidelines andfollowing the Fundraising Regulator code of conduct.·Collate for '171 Magazine', the annual publication for Old Fintoniansincluding running appeals internally for information and support withstories and/or potential donors. The duties and responsibilities outlined may besubject to change based on the school's needs andpriorities. We reserve the right to modify or amendthe job description at any time, in consultation withthe employee, to better align with our school's goalsand objectives. Finton House Educational Trust is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenand young people. Applicants must undergo childprotection screening, including checks with pastemployers and Disclosure and Barring Service. Detailsof all checks are to be found in our Recruitment,Selection & Disclosures Procedure which is availableon the school's website.8SAFEGUARDING 30 days’ holiday (full time equivalent) Finton House operates a generous defined benefit pension scheme forall employees. Support staff are enrolled into Scottish Widow with anemployer contribution of 7.5%All permanent employees benefit from Life Insurance covering Death inService to a value of 2 times salary.All permanent employees benefit from Income Protection insuranceshould the employee fall ill, providing support during long term illness.Employees have the option to buy into the group medical insuranceprovided through Aviva. This covers a wide variety of treatmentincluding optical and dental.Permanent employees benefit from a staff discount on fees for allchildren attending Finton of 65% (pro rata).Lunch is provided to all employees during term time, alongside accessto refreshments throughout the day.The School participates in both a Cycle & Technology Scheme allowingemployees to benefit from favourable purchase terms and taxefficiencies.All employees have access to an industry leading Employee AssistanceProgramme offering employees and their dependents access towellbeing resources including counselling and legal advice.Staff Loans are available for training courses and travel support.Finton operates a lively social life with regular staff events alongsidetraditional mentoring and support.BENEFITS9