SEND Learning Support Assistant

Southgate Primary School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our committed team on a permanent basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the educational journey of children with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Working closely with teachers, families and external professionals, you will play a vital role in delivering tailored support, promoting independence, and ensuring every child can access an engaging, inclusive and high-quality learning experience.

If you are passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential and are looking to join a welcoming and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you.

• A good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
• Experience in working with children with significant and complex needs
• Ability to assist with pupils' personal care, administer medication or provide health care in line with school policy and Individual Health Care Plans
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

This role is perfect for someone who is dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic about helping students reach their full potential within a supportive school environment.

Our school sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Southgate Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools;
Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale 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.

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• AMulti Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
• Wework 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 has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Accessto our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Worklife and family friendly policies
• Employeewellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Accessto a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary: GLF Associate 2 - £24,751

Actual Salary: £21,441.00

Hours:

Term Time Only (39 Weeks) - 36.25hrs per week

Closing Date: 30th Sept 2026