Early Years Learning Support Assistant

Southgate Primary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced EYFS Learning Assistant (Level 2) to join our dedicated Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for supporting young children and helping to create a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child can flourish.Your OpportunityWe are seeking an individual with strong Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) knowledge and experience who understands how young children learn best through play, exploration, and positive relationships. Working closely with our EYFS Leader and wider team, you will play a vital role in supporting children's learning, development, and well-being, helping them build the confidence and skills they need for a successful start to school life.As a key member of our Early Years provision, you will:Support high-quality teaching and learning across the EYFS curriculum.Act as a key worker, building positive relationships with children and families.Encourage children's curiosity, independence, and social development through engaging learning experiences.Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and supported.Contribute to assessment and observations to help monitor and celebrate children's progress.What we're looking forWe are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have recent experience working within an EYFS setting and who are passionate about early childhood development.

Essential requirements include

A good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.A Level 2 Childcare qualification (Level 3 desirable).Experience of working within an EYFS environment.A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and child development.Up-to-date safeguarding training.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 ideal for someone who is warm, patient, and committed to giving every child the very best start to their education. If you are passionate about Early Years and thrive in a supportive, child-centred environment, we would love to hear from you.About Southgate Primary School Our school sits within a newly established

cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Southgate

Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge Wood

Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords

Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, 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.

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Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils

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upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness

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primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the

south of England

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work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique

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which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

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to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

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holiday allowance

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wellbeing initiatives

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pathways and talent management

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to a staff benefits portal

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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

30 Sept 2026