SEN Learning Support Assistant

Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5PG

18 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 February 2026

• Closing date

  22 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Casual
• Full-time equivalent salary: £17,662.17

SEN Learning Support Assistant job summary

Hillcroft Primary School is looking for a caring, committed and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our warm, inclusive and dedicated team on a temporary basis. This role offers a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, supporting a child with additional needs to thrive, grow in confidence and access an engaging curriculum.

We welcome applications from individuals with a passion for supporting children -  whether you have previous SEN experience or transferable skills from childcare, youth work, health & social care, coaching or similar people‑focused roles. Training, guidance and ongoing support will be provided for the successful candidate.

Your opportunity

You will work closely with the Class Teacher to support a pupil with specific additional needs, helping them access learning and make progress both academically and emotionally. This is a rewarding role where your patience, positivity and relationship‑building skills will have a daily impact.

This position is offered on a temporary contract, linked to the needs of a specific child. 

What we are looking for

• A kind, patient, and resilient individual enthusiastic about supporting young children.
• Can remain calm and reassuring when faced with unusual or challenging behaviour.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Works effectively as part of a warm, collaborative staff team.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with parents and staff.
• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• SEN experience is beneficial, but not essential 

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

About Hillcroft Primary School

Hillcroft is a happy, vibrant and forward thinking school, our excellent staff team are committed and dedicated in ensuring that each and every child is nurtured to achieve their personal best. We have high standards and expect the best. As part of the Chalklands Cluster, comprising of four GLF schools within the area, we have a collaborative approach towards working which means the schools work closely together to provide an exceptional educational experience to the local communities. The schools benefit from being able to share resources and support each other where needed. It will also allow for more opportunities for career progression across the cluster and give you the chance to enhance 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 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: 31.25 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks)

Salary: GLF Associate 2 - Point 1 £23,651

Actual Salary: £17,662.17

Contract Type: Temporary

Closing date for applications: 22 Feb 2026

Interview date: TBA

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 457 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hillcroft-primary-school

The successful candidate 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. They will be innovative and creative in their teaching and be a strong team player.
What we are looking for
• Experience of working in Primary setting
• Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
• A commitment to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
• A successful track record of improving performance outcomes
• A passion to make a difference
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