Learning Support Assistant

GLF Schools; Banstead; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Warren Mead Schools in Banstead, Surrey, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support the class teacher in delivering learning activities and interventions. You will assist in the classroom and small groups or for individual pupils, helping to nurture their learning, social and emotional development.

Training will be provided. This term-time, fixed-term role runs 30 hours per week (8:30am–3:00pm, Mon–Fri) during 39 weeks of the school year, with a pro rata salary of £17,744.28 actual

Qualifications

• Experience working in education would be desirable.
• Ability to work with children with empathy and professionalism.
• Willingness to support learning in a classroom and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering learning activities.
• Assist in classroom, small groups or individual pupils and run interventions.
• Support preparation of the classroom and resources as needed.

Job description

# Learning Support AssistantEmployer: Warren Mead SchoolsLocation: Banstead, SurreyContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part Time, Term TimeContract Length: until 30/08/2027Salary: £24,751 FTE (£17,744.28 - Actual)Posted: 13th October 2026Expires: 24th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1579396Suitable for: Other GraduatesJob Reference: WRN001* Share :* Print**Are you an enthusiastic and driven individual, looking for a rewarding term-time position?****Warren Mead Infant and Junior Partnership is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant who has a passion for supporting young people, helping to enhance their learning, and nurture their social and emotional development.****If you’re looking to join a professional and caring team that truly values its staff, we’d love to hear from you!****Your opportunity**The successful candidate will support the class teacher in the delivery of learning and teaching activities. You will be assisting the teacher in the classroom and within small groups or for individual children, running interventions. Training will be provided to help undertake these responsibilities where needed.**What we are looking for**We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic individual who will be passionate about children's learning, development, and welfare. Individuals who can assist in preparing the classroom, support the children and teacher with professionalism. Experience working within education would be desirable, however, the successful candidate will be able evidence their understanding of the role through their application and interview.Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.**About Warren Mead Schools**Our school sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Warren Mead Infants and Warren Mead Juniors, our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Primary School, Banstead Infant School, Danetree Primary School, Cuddington Croft Primary and Floreat Wandsworth 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 model* Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.**The Details****Start Date:** ASAP**FTE Salary:** £24,751**Pro Rata Salary:** £17,744.28**Pay Range:** GLF Associate Grade 2.1**Hours:**30hrs a week - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3pm (Term time 39 weeks)**Closing Date:** Monday 2nd November at 9.30am**Interview Date:**W/C 9th November 2026### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26Learning Support Assistant - JD 2026Learning Support Assistant - PS 2026### 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.