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

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.