Learning Support Assistant

GLF Schools; Cheam; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Staff benefits portal

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Cuddington Croft Primary School, part of GLF Schools, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support children under the guidance of the class teacher. The role is term-time with hours 8:40am to 1:15pm, Monday to Friday, with INSET days.

The successful candidate will assist in delivering activities, care for children and help supervise behaviour during breaks and lunchtimes. GCSEs in Maths and English required; training provided.

Qualifications

• Assisting Class Teachers in delivery of learning activities.
• Care of children and supervision during break and lunch times.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support, learning and development of children under guidance.
• Help with day-to-day running of school activities.
• Assist with behaviour management during school hours.

Skills

Classroom support

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in Maths

GCSEs in English

Job description

EmployerCuddington Croft Primary SchoolLocationCheam, SurreyContract TypePermanentHoursPart Time, Term TimeSalaryFTE £24,751 (Actual Salary - £13,405.88)Posted15th October 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires8th November 2026 11:59 PMContract TypePermanentStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1579940Suitable forOther GraduatesJob ReferenceCUD016Start DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :PermanentSuitable for: Other GraduatesJob ID: 1579940Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual, looking for a term-time position in a friendly, high achieving primary school?Cuddington Croft Primary School 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 opportunityThis is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting the development of children in our school. The successful candidate will assist the Class Teachers in the delivery of learning activities, be responsible for the care of children, help with the day to day running of school activities and help to supervise behaviour at break and lunch times.What we are looking forCuddington Croft Primary School is looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant, who, with guidance from the Class Teacher, will be responsible for the support, learning and development of our children. The right candidate will have A-C (or equivalent) in Maths and English GCSEs and to have worked in a similar role before.We are interested in hearing from all candidates, no matter what point in your career you are currently at. Experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided. This role would be ideal for someone looking for a career change and working hours which fit in with family life, or for someone looking to begin a career in education or childcare as it will offer you a broad range of hands-on experience and the perfect entry point into the profession.Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.About Cuddington Croft Primary SchoolOur School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Cuddington Croft Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Primary School, Banstead Infant School, Warren Mead Infant and Junior Schools, Danetree Primary School 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 CommunityAs 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.Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of EnglandWe work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identityCommitted to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible educationGLF Schools Employment OfferGLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and FlourishAccess to our highly competitive Local Government SchemeFlexible working optionsGenerous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policiesEmployee wellbeing initiativesAccess to a staff benefits portalCommunity and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.The DetailsStart Date: ASAPSalary: £24,751 FTEActual Salary: £13,405.88Hours: Monday to Friday 8.40am - 13.15pm - 38.6wks/yr (term time plus INSET)Closing Date: Sunday 8th November at 11.59pmInterview Date: W/C 9th November 2026GLF 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.View all jobs from school