Learning Support Assistant

Your opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a Learning Assistant to join our team with immediate effect. Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience of working with children with SEN needs.

The successful individual 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

The successful candidate should:

• 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

• Have experience of working with children

• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

• Be a confident and clear communicator

• Have GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Marden Lodge Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster

Our School is a happy, vibrant and forward thinking. We have a friendly and committed staff who follow our vision statement of Aiming High, Working Hard, Learning Together. The school sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Marden Lodge, our cluster includes the following other primary schools; Chestnut Park, Whyteleafe, Warlingham Village, and Hillcroft.

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 growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 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:

Hours: 30 hours per week, 38.6 weeks of the year (term time plus 3 days)

Salary: GLF Associate 2 - Actual salary £16202.07 FTE £22834

Start Date: TBC

Closing date for applications: 30th November 2024

Interview date: TBA

Contact: If you would like more information about the role please contact the Head of School via the school office.