Early Years Learning Support Assistant

Furzefield Primary Academy; Redhill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Redhill is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support pupils' educational and personal development within the classroom. This role requires assisting with pupil care, including special needs support and promoting learning independence. Ideal candidates should hold a Level 3 diploma in support teaching and have relevant experience. Join a team committed to nurturing student welfare and offering career development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to health & wellbeing package

Career growth opportunities

Enrollment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Desirable A Level 3 diploma or equivalent in supporting teaching and learning.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Experience working with early years children is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in educational provision and provide supervision for pupils.
• Support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and health care plans.
• Lead intervention groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist Class Teacher with planning and supervising activities.
• Promote pupils' independence within a safe environment.
• Supervise students during playground activities.

Skills

Knowledge of Foundation Stage curriculum

Up-to-date knowledge of SEN Code of Practice

Commitment to teamwork

Sensitivity and enthusiasm

Education

Level 3 diploma in supporting teaching and learning

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Learning Support Assistant at Furzefield Primary Academy!

Start Date: January 2026

LEO Academy Trust is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join the supportive team at Furzefield Primary Academy. This is a fantastic chance to play a key role in the educational and personal development of our pupils within a successful Multi‑Academy Trust.

This is a term‑time only position working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:45 – 12:45.

For this position we are seeking someone to work in Nursery but you do not need to be qualified in Early Years. Ideally you will have some experience working with this age range.

About the Role: Your Impact

The main purpose of this post is to assist in the delivery of the educational provision, and to provide care and supervision for pupils. Learning Support Assistants at LEO Academy Trust are flexible and committed to meeting the needs of all children.

Key Responsibilities

• Pupil Support: Assisting with the care and well‑being of pupils, including dressing and toileting where necessary.
• SEN Provision: Supporting Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) needs and carrying out a child's health care plan (education, social, behaviour, and personal).
• Learning Activities: Leading intervention groups and working with small groups of pupils to reinforce learning.
• Classroom Assistance: Assisting the Class Teacher with the planning and supervision of activities, undertaking marking in line with school policy, and taking responsibility for display work.
• Promoting Independence: Supporting pupils’ development and promoting self‑control and independence within a safe, secure, and challenging environment.
• Supervision: Assisting with playground games and activities at play times.

What We’re Looking For

To effectively carry out the responsibilities of this post, you will need:

• Training & Qualifications: A Level 3 diploma or equivalent in a relevant qualification in supporting teaching and learning in school is desirable.
• Knowledge & Skills: Up‑to‑date knowledge and expertise in the Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2 curriculum, and a working knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice.
• Personal Qualities: Qualities of sensitivity, humour, enthusiasm, thoroughness, and a commitment to working in a team.
• Safeguarding: An understanding of and familiarity with safeguarding policies and procedures is essential, as the Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join LEO Academy Trust?

• Career Growth: Opportunities for relevant professional development.
• Support: Access to the Trust’s staff health & wellbeing package.
• Security: Enrollment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for eligible employees.
• Competitive Pay

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

If you are ready to make a significant contribution to the lives of our pupils, we encourage you to apply.

Other Information

• Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK from the location provided and not from overseas.
• For this role the Trust would / would not consider sponsoring a Certificate of Sponsorship / visa. Please note we are unable to offer advice on any Visa and Immigration cases.
• Feedback will only be provided upon request if you attend an interview.
• In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidelines, the Trust will use internet searches, including social media searches to perform pre‑employment checks on candidates in the course of recruitment. The Trust will act in accordance with its data protection and equal opportunities obligations.
• Employees working in any role that requires them to communicate with pupils, parents, guardians, staff and / or members of the community, must be able to speak fluent English to enable the effective performance of the role and to ensure that we are able to abide by their safeguarding responsibilities.
• We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. For more information, please refer to our applicant guide.
• Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team at as soon as possible.

Apply early, as this vacancy may close before the stated deadline if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Safeguarding Statement

Furzefield Primary Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, this post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and pre‑employment checks.