SEN Learning Support Assistant

Greenway Junior School; Horsham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Staff benefits portal

Job summary

Greenway Junior School is seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant on a part-time, fixed-term basis (funding related) until 31 August 2027. You will support children with special educational needs and disabilities, working with the class teacher to deliver tailored interventions and foster an inclusive, positive learning environment.

You will help adapt materials, implement interventions, and promote academic progress and life skills, while maintaining strong communication with parents

Qualifications

• Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Ability to support learning activities, clarify instructions, and engage children effectively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise tasks, and maintain accurate records.
• Good communication skills, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support learning activities and deliver tailored interventions.
• Work with the class teacher to implement learning experiences.
• Adapt materials to individual needs and promote life skills.
• Maintain positive behaviour and wellbeing; communicate with parents and professionals.

Skills

GCSE English and Maths

Learning support

Communication

Organisation

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Greenway Junior School are seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our team on a part time, fixed term basis (funding related) until 31 August 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by supporting the learning and development of children with special educational needs and disabilities, working closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored interventions and create an inclusive, positive learning environment.

Your opportunity

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting the education and development of children with special educational needs and disabilities. Working closely with the class teacher, you'll help deliver tailored learning experiences, adapt materials, and implement interventions that promote academic progress and life skills. You'll play a key part in fostering positive behaviour, ensuring well-being, and maintaining strong communication with parents and professionals. This is an opportunity to contribute to an inclusive learning environment while developing your expertise through ongoing training and collaborative teamwork.

What we are looking for

• Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Ability to support learning activities, clarify instructions, and engage children effectively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise tasks, and maintain accurate records.
• Good communication skills, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexible, calm under pressure, and passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives.
• Experience working with children with significant or complex needs is beneficial but not essential.

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

About Greenway Primary School

Our School sits within a established cluster ofschools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Greenway Primary Schoolour cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School,Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Salfords PrimarySchool, 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
• 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

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

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

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

Actual Salary: £8,572.11

Hours: 12:30-15:30 Monday to Friday (15 hours per week) term time only

Closing Date: 30 August 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 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.