Learning Support Assistant

GLF Schools; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Flexible hours

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

GLF Schools’ Whyteleafe Primary School in Whyteleafe, Surrey is seeking a Learning Support Assistant on a maternity-cover basis. The role is part-time, term-time only, with 30.85 hours per week, starting ASAP. The salary is £18,059.88, with a pathway to GLF Associate 2 Point 1 (£24,751).

This opportunity supports children’s development both in and out of the classroom. The successful candidate will assist the teacher, run interventions, and help prepare the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in the delivery of learning and teaching activities.
• Assist in the classroom and within small groups or for individual children, running interventions.
• Training will be provided to help undertake these responsibilities where needed.

Job description

# Learning Support AssistantEmployer: Whyteleafe Primary SchoolLocation: Whyteleafe, SurreyContract Type: TemporaryHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £18,059.88Posted: 12th November 2026Expires: 29th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1584120Job Reference: WHY014* Share :* Print**Are you passionate about helping children thrive and reach their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our caring and ambitious team on a maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils by providing valuable support both in and out of the classroom.****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're looking for:**We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about children’s learning, development, and welfare. You will be someone who can assist in preparing the classroom and support both children and the teacher with professionalism.*Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.***About Whyteleafe Primary School**Our School sits within an established clusterof Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with WhyteleafePrimary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut ParkPrimary School, Warlingham Village Primary School, Marden Lodge Primary School,and Hillcroft 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 2,500 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 modelPlease read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: ASAPSalary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £24,751Actual Salary: £18,059.88Hours: 30.85 Hours a week (08:30am-15:10pm) - term time only.Contract Type: Temporary (maternity cover)### AttachmentsProspectusJoin Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26Learning Assistant - JDLearning Assistant - PS### 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.