Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a child’s school experience? At Salfords Primary School, we are seeking a caring and committed Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support - helping a child feel confident, included and able to thrive both in and beyond the classroom for two days per week (Thurs & Fri) on a fixed-term basis until August 2027.
Your opportunity
We are looking for an exceptional SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our inclusive school. This role requires previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably in a one-to-one capacity, supporting children with additional needs. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for inclusion and experience working with neurodivergent children who are motivated and excited to be active members of our school community, but who sometimes need intensive support to navigate social interactions and regulate their emotions.
Your role will be pivotal in helping children feel they belong in our school and thrive both socially and academically.
What we're looking for:
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Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
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Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or 1:1 Teaching Assistant
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Extensive experience of working with pupils with SENd
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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.
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.
About Salfords Primary School
Our School sits within a established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Salfords Primary , our cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Lime Tree Primary School and Merstham Primary School.
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow 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 Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: GLF Specialist Point 1 - £27,061
Actual Salary: £8,568.48
Hours: 13.25hrs per week (Thurs 08:15-15:30 & Fri 08:30-15:30) term time only.
Closing Date: 21 August 2026
Contract Type: Fixed term until Aug 2027
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.
