Greenway Junior School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly team for 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This is a fixed-term position (funding-related) until 31 August 2027 and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Your opportunity
This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll work directly with children, providing tailored support that helps them develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Whether you're delivering targeted interventions, adapting learning activities, or celebrating a child's breakthrough moment, you'll play an important part in their educational journey.
As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:
- Support children with special educational needs and disabilities to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
- Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning activities and interventions.
- Encourage positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and independence.
- Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, and external professionals.
- Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive school environment where every child can flourish.
- Benefit from ongoing training, support, and opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative team.
This role would suit someone who is patient, compassionate, and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning. If you're looking for a part-time position where you can make a lasting impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.
What we are looking for
- Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- 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.
- Experience working with children with significant or complex needs is desireable.
Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.
About Greenway Primary School
Our School sits within a established cluster ofschools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Greenway Primary Schoolour cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School,Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Salfords PrimarySchool, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.
This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise andexperience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow 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
- Foundedupon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
- Wework as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own uniqueidentity
- Committedto ensuring all children and young people receive the best possibleeducation
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Accessto our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexibleworking options
- Generousholiday allowance
- Worklife and family friendly policies
- Employeewellbeing initiatives
- Careerpathways and talent management
- Accessto a staff benefits portal
- Communityand collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 - £24,751
Actual Salary: £8,872.14
Hours: 12:30-15:30 Monday to Friday (15 hours per week) term time only
Closing Date: 13th October
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SEN Learning Support Assistant in Swindon employer: Greenway Junior School
GLF Schools is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. As a Learning Support Assistant at Greenway Junior School, you will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, a strong sense of community, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs in a vibrant school environment.
