EYFS Learning Support Assistant

GLF Schools; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration model

Job summary

GLF Schools seeks an EYFS Learning Assistant at Marden Lodge Primary School to support the early years team and help create a nurturing, engaging environment where every child can thrive. You will work closely with the EYFS Leader to deliver high-quality play-based learning, support individual children as a key worker, and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive school community.

The role requires GCSE English and Maths at C or above, a Level 2 childcare qualification, safeguarding training, and

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Completion of a Level 2 childcare qualification (Level 3 desirable).
• Up-to-date safeguarding training and awareness of safeguarding principles.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Responsibilities

• Support young children's learning and development through play.
• Act as a key worker to individual children, promoting safety and well-being.
• Work with the EYFS Leader to deliver high-quality early years learning experiences.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Safeguarding training

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 3 childcare qualification (desirable)

Job description

Marden Lodge Primary School are seeking a caring and enthusiastic EYFS Learning Assistant Level 2 to join our early years team and help create a nurturing, engaging environment where every child can thrive.

Your Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting young children's learning and development through play, ensuring their safety and well-being, and making a meaningful difference in their early educational journey. Working closely with our EYFS Leader and team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning experiences, supporting individual children as a key worker, and contributing to a positive and inclusive school community.

What we're looking for:

• A good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C or above).
• Completion of a Level 2 childcare qualification (level 3 would be desirable but not essential)
• Up to date safeguarding training
• Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage

Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.

About Marden Lodge Primary School

Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Marden Lodge, our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School and Hillcroft 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 Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 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 model

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £23,914

Actual Salary: £7,352.96

Hours: 13 Hours per week,

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026

Attachments

Join Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26

EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) - JD MAR027

EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) - PS MAR027

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.