Learning Associate ( Teaching Assistant)
Liberty Woodland School
Merton
- £22,000 - £24,000 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- GBP £22000-23,000-Company pension, Paid sick leave, Paid-for staff events, Paycare policy (including support with private healthcare costs, access to free 24 hour GP, discounts on shopping, free wellbeing treatments), Free daily
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 19 May 2025
Job overview
Learning Associate (Teaching Assistant – Full-Time, Term-Time Only)
Location: Liberty Woodland School, Morden
Hours: Full-time during term time plus 15 additional working days per year
Contract: Permanent (with a 4-month probationary period)
Reports to: Head of School
Support Learning That Goes Beyond the Classroom
Are you ready to be part of something different? Liberty Woodland School is not your typical school—and this is not your typical teaching assistant role.
We’re looking for a passionate, energetic and kind Learning Associate to support the learning and wellbeing of a class of up to 20 children aged 4–11 in our unique outdoor-first, progressive school.
You’ll work alongside a Senior Learning Associate (Class Teacher) to help shape rich, cross-curricular projects, lead small group sessions in literacy and maths, and bring learning to life in the woods, fields and outdoor classrooms that make up our three-acre site.
If you're excited about helping children flourish emotionally, socially and academically—while working outdoors in a creative, team-focused environment—this might just be the role for you.
What You’ll Do
- Support the delivery of child-led, project-based learning across the curriculum
- Lead small group sessions in core subjects such as literacy and maths (training provided)
- Help co-create a stimulating outdoor learning environment that encourages curiosity and resilience
- Build positive, nurturing relationships with pupils, families and your teaching team
- Accompany and safeguard children on the school bus one day per week, usually a Thursday
- Promote independence, inclusion and creativity in every aspect of school life
- Play an active role in the daily life and rhythms of a close-knit school community
Who You Are
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Warm, approachable, and great with children
- Genuinely excited by the idea of working outdoors in all weather
- A natural team player who’s happy to get stuck in
- Flexible, proactive, and positive under pressure
- A strong communicator with a passion for helping children grow
- Kind, resilient and aligned with our values of curiosity, independence and kindness
- Experience in a school or outdoor education setting is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Liberty Woodland School?
- Be part of an innovative, nurturing school that’s doing education differently
- Work on a beautiful, three-acre site filled with nature, creativity and adventure
- Collaborate with a supportive, passionate team that values joy, growth and community
- Take part in meaningful CPD, team-building and shared learning opportunities
- Make a real impact on children’s lives every single day
To read the full job description,
About Us
Liberty Woodland School is a forward-thinking, co-educational school for 4–16 year olds, located in Morden, South West London. We teach through cross-curricular, project-based learning that is immersed in nature and rooted in emotional wellbeing.
Our vision is to develop young people who will be most likely to succeed in the 21st century—not just academically, but as kind, independent, globally-minded citizens.
Apply Today
Liberty Woodland School is an equal opportunities employer, committed to 51ºÚÁÏ and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks.
If you're ready to support purposeful learning in a joyful, outdoor-first setting—apply now and be part of something truly different.
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About Liberty Woodland School
- Liberty Woodland School
- Morden Lodge, Morden Hall Road, Morden
- Merton
- SM4 5JD
- United Kingdom
About Liberty Woodland School
-London’s School for the Future
Liberty Woodland School is a pioneering, co-educational independent school for students aged 4 to 16. As the UK’s first fully outdoor school, we’ve reimagined what education can be – blending academic rigour with nature-based, project-led learning that prepares young people not just for exams, but for a rapidly changing world.
At primary level, our children learn through rich, interdisciplinary projects inspired by their questions and interests. In secondary, students follow the globally respected International Baccalaureate (IB) programme – a framework that aligns powerfully with our vision for future-ready education. Our secondary learners are encouraged to think independently, explore ideas deeply, and apply their knowledge in meaningful ways that connect with real-world issues.
Why Join Us?
At Liberty Woodland School, you’ll be part of something genuinely different. We are:
- A 4 day teaching week- students attend Monday to Thursday only.
- A mission-led school shaping the next generation of changemakers.
- A tight-knit, supportive team that values collaboration, creativity and wellbeing.
- A growing school with exciting opportunities for professional development and leadership.
- An environment where innovation is encouraged, and where educators are trusted to teach in ways that truly engage children.
This is a place for educators who care deeply – about children, about the planet, and about the future of education.
Who We’re Looking For
As we grow in 2025 and beyond, we’re looking for exceptional educators and team members who are:
- Passionate about progressive, student-centred education
- Excited by the potential of outdoor learning and interdisciplinary approaches
- Inspired by the IB and its values of inquiry, reflection and global citizenship
- Ready to bring energy, ideas and commitment to a fast-moving and future-focused school
- Eager to be part of a close, collaborative team with big ambitions
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today!
Learn more about us on our website: www.libertywoodlandschool.com or head over to our school Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@LibertyWoodlandSchool for more videos from our educators and students.
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