Early Years Learning Support Assistant

GLF Schools; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

GLF Schools, Southgate Primary School in Crawley, is seeking a caring EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) to join our Early Years team. This role supports learning, development, and well-being through play, exploration and positive relationships.

You will work with our EYFS Leader to provide high-quality teaching and contribute to assessments, ensuring every child makes progress in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above required.
• Level 2 Childcare qualification (Level 3 desirable).
• Experience in an EYFS environment and safeguarding training are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality teaching and learning across the EYFS curriculum.
• Act as a key worker, building positive relationships with children and families.
• Encourage curiosity, independence and social development through engaging learning experiences.
• Contribute to assessment and observations to monitor progress.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Level 2 Childcare

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding training

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Level 2 Childcare qualification

Job description

# Early Years Learning Support AssistantEmployer: Southgate Primary SchoolLocation: Crawley, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Term TimeSalary: GLF Associate 2 Actual Salary - £21,441.00Posted: 9th September 2026Expires: 30th September 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573070Job Reference: SOU0012* Share :* Print**Southgate Primary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) to join our dedicated Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for supporting young children and helping to create a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child can flourish.****Your Opportunity**We are seeking an individual with strong Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) knowledge and experience who understands how young children learn best through play, exploration, and positive relationships. Working closely with our EYFS Leader and wider team, you will play a vital role in supporting children's learning, development, and well-being, helping them build the confidence and skills they need for a successful start to school life.**As a key member of our Early Years provision, you will:*** Support high-quality teaching and learning across the EYFS curriculum.* Act as a key worker, building positive relationships with children and families.* Encourage children's curiosity, independence, and social development through engaging learning experiences.* Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and supported.* Contribute to assessment and observations to help monitor and celebrat**e children's progress.****What we're looking for****We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have recent experience working within an EYFS setting and who are passionate about early childhood development.****Essential requirements include:*** A good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.* A Level 2 Childcare qualification (Level 3 desirable).* Experience of working within an EYFS environment.* A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development.* Up-to-date safeguarding training.* 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 ideal for someone who is warm, patient, and committed to giving every child the very best start to their education. If you are passionate about Early Years and thrive in a supportive, child-centred environment, we would love to hear from you.****About Southgate Primary School**Our school sits within a newly establishedcluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with SouthgatePrimary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge WoodPrimary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, SalfordsPrimary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise andexperience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.**Join the GLF Schools Community**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.* A 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* Career pathways and talent management* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: ASAPSalary: GLF Associate 2 - £24,751Actual Salary: £21,441.00Hours: Term Time Only (39 Weeks) - 36.25hrs per weekClosing Date: 30 Sept 2026### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) - PS Sept 26EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) - Sep 26### 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 particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.