EYFS Learning Support Assistant

Southgate Primary School are seeking a caring and enthusiastic EYFS Learning Assistant Level 2 to join our early years team and help create a nurturing engaging environment where every child can thrive.

Your Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting young childrens learning and development through play ensuring their safety and well-being and making a meaningful difference in their early educational journey. Working closely with our EYFS Leader and team you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning experiences supporting individual children as a key worker and contributing to a positive and inclusive school community.

What were looking for:

• A good general education including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C or above).
• Completion of a Level 2 childcare qualification (level 3 would be desirable but not essential)
• Up to date safeguarding training
• Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage

This role is perfect for someone who is dedicated patient and enthusiastic about helping students reach their full potential within a supportive school environment.

About Southgate Primary School

Our school sits within a newly establishedcluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with SouthgatePrimary School our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge WoodPrimary School Kilnwood Vale Primary School Greenway Junior School SalfordsPrimary School 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 2000 colleagues and over 17000 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 offerwhich 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 Communitycandidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: GLF Associate 2 - 23914

Actual Salary: 20715.94

Hours: Term Time Only (39 Weeks) - 36.25hrs per week

Closing Date: 12th July 2026