SEND Learning Support Assistant

Southgate Primary; Southgate; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work-life and family-friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration model

Job summary

Southgate Primary School in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our committed team on a permanent basis. You will work closely with teachers and families to deliver tailored support, helping children access an inclusive, high-quality learning experience.

This role requires safeguarding commitment, GCSEs in English and Maths, and experience with significant needs.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or higher.
• Experience working with children with significant and complex needs.
• Ability to assist with personal care and administer medication per health plans.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals to deliver tailored support.
• Promote independence and an engaging, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths C/4

SEND experience

Personal care & medication

Safeguarding

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Southgate Primary School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our committed team on a permanent basis.

Your Opportunity

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the educational journey of children with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Working closely with teachers, families and external professionals, you will play a vital role in delivering tailored support, promoting independence, and ensuring every child can access an engaging, inclusive and high-quality learning experience. If you are passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential and are looking to join a welcoming and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you.

What we're looking for:

• A good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
• Experience in working with children with significant and complex needs
• Ability to assist with pupils' personal care, administer medication or provide health care in line with school policy and Individual Health Care Plans
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

This role is perfect for someone who is dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic about helping students reach their full potential within a supportive school environment.

About Southgate Primary School

Our school sits within a newly establishedcluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with SouthgatePrimary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge WoodPrimary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, SalfordsPrimary 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.

• AMulti Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 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 Employment Offer

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

• Accessto our 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 - £24,751

Actual Salary: £21,441.00

Hours: Term Time Only (39 Weeks) - 36.25hrs per week

Closing Date: 30th Sept 2026