Learning Support Assistant

Forge Wood Primary School; Tinsley Green; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge Wood Primary School is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant on a permanent basis to help pupils access an engaging curriculum in a nurturing environment.

You will support the class teacher, build positive relationships with children, and work effectively as part of a team to promote high aspirations and progress.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with young children.
• Stay calm and objective when faced with challenging behaviour.
• Enthusiastic and committed to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in accessing an engaging curriculum.
• Assist pupils with learning and development in a nurturing environment.
• Be a strong team player within the school community.

Skills

Dynamic

Enthusiastic

Relationship-building with children

Calm under pressure

Team player

Clear communicator

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or above)

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Forge Wood Primary on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils, supporting their learning and development in a nurturing and inclusive environment. If you are enthusiastic, patient, and committed to helping children reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you!

Your opportunity

The successful candidate will support the class teacher in accessing an engaging curriculum. They will be a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life and be a strong team player.

What we are looking for

• Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
• Have GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.

About Forge Wood Primary School

Our School sits within a established cluster ofschools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Forge Wood Primary Schoolour cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School,Salfords Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School,Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham 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
• Foundedupon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
• Wework as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own uniqueidentity
• Committedto ensuring all children and young people receive the best possibleeducation

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Accesstoour highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexibleworking options
• Generousholiday allowance
• Worklife and family friendly policies
• Employeewellbeing initiatives
• Careerpathways and talent management
• Accessto a staff benefits portal
• Communityand collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date:ASAP

Salary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £24,751

Actual Salary:£19,814.45 (based on 33.5hrs)

Hours: Term Time Only -Preferably full time hours 33.5hrs a week (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 08.30 – 15.30 & Wed 08.30 – 16.30) although we are able to consider part time also. If part time would be your preference, please state this in your supporting statement.

Closing Date:27 Sept 2026

Interview Date: TBC