SEN Learning Support Assistant

Eteach International; Horsham; On-site; GBP 8,900 - 9,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Greenway Junior School in Horsham is seeking a caring SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our team for 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This fixed-term post runs until 31 August 2027 and offers a rewarding opportunity to support children with special educational needs.

You will work with teachers to deliver tailored activities, promote independence and positive behaviour, and build strong relationships with pupils, families and external professionals in a supportive environment.

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.
• 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 desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs and disabilities to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning activities and interventions.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and independence.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, and external professionals.
• Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive school environment where every child can flourish.
• Benefit from ongoing training, support, and opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Patience

Calm under pressure

Support learning activities

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

# SEN Learning Support AssistantEmployer: Greenway Junior SchoolLocation: Horsham, West SussexContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1- Actual Salary: £8,572.11Posted: 29th September 2026Expires: 13th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1576802Job Reference: GRE015* Share :* Print**Greenway Junior School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly team for 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This is a fixed-term position (funding-related) until 31 August 2027 and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities.****Your opportunity**This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll work directly with children, providing tailored support that helps them develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Whether you're delivering targeted interventions, adapting learning activities, or celebrating a child's breakthrough moment, you'll play an important part in their educational journey.**As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:*** Support children with special educational needs and disabilities to access learning and achieve their individual goals.* Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning activities and interventions.* Encourage positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and independence.* Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, and external professionals.* Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive school environment where every child can flourish.* Benefit from ongoing training, support, and opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative team.**This role would suit someone who is patient, compassionate, and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning. If you're looking for a part-time position where you can make a lasting impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.****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 desireable.*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 modelPlease read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: ASAPSalary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £24,751Actual Salary: £8,872.14Hours: 12:30-15:30 Monday to Friday (15 hours per week) term time onlyClosing Date: 13th October### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26SEND LSA - JD (1) (1)SEND LSA- PS GRE015 (1) (1)### 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.