Learning Support Assistant

* Learning Support Assistant

NEWFast Apply# Learning Support Assistant Employer Location :
Horsham, West Sussex Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Part Time, Term Time Salary:
GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £19,075.14

Posted:
13th February 2026

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Expires:
1st March 2026 11:59 PM Contract Type:
Permanent

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
1534753

Job Reference:
KVP
014

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible
* Contract Type  :

Permanent
* Job
* Share :

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated
** Learning Support Assistant
** to join our team at
** Kilnwood Vale Primary
** on a
** permanent basis**. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils, supporting their learning and development in a nurturing and inclusive environment. If you are enthusiastic, patient, and committed to helping children reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you!
** Your opportunity
** An opportunity has arisen for a Learning Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will support the class teacher in accessing an engaging curriculum. They will be a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life and be a strong team player.
** What we are looking for
** The successful candidate should:
* Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
* Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
* Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
* Have experience of working with children with SEN
* Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
* Have GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

Please read the

Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.
** About Kilnwood Vale Primary School
** Our School sits within a established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with , our cluster includes the following other schools;
Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School .This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.
** Join the GLF Schools Community
** As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
* A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
** GLF Schools Employment Offer
** GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
* Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible working options
* Generous holiday allowance
* Work life and family friendly policies
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Access to a staff benefits portal
* Community and collaboration working mode Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
** The Details**
* *
* Start Date:

** ASAP
* *
* Hours:

** 33.75 hours per week, 39 weeks of the year (term time only)
* ** Salary:
** Associate 2 Point 1 - £23,651
* ** Actual Salary:** £19,075.14
* ** Interview date:
** TBA
* ** Closing date**: 1st March 2026### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities.

There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools.

We…