Learning Support Assistant
Job Description
Meridian High School
Location
Croydon, Greater London
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time, Term Time
Salary
£18,572.91 + Outer London Weighting Allowance
Posted
14th July 2026
Start Date
1st September 2026
Expires
31st July 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Start Date
1st September 2026
Job ID
1565280
Job Reference
MHS019
Start Date
1st September 2026
Contract Type :Permanent
Job ID: 1565280
Join our passionate team at Meridian High School as a Learning Support Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every day.
Your opportunity
Meridian High School are seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our supportive, dynamic and ambitious department. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and inspirational Learning Support Assistant to support identified students with SEND inside the classroom to ensure learning is accessible and progress is made.
What we're looking for:
Good General Education including English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent.
Passionate about positively changing the lives of children/students
Basic IT Skills
An effective communicator
NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant / Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.
About Meridian High School
Meridian High School is a GOOD School in all categories (OFSTED January 2023). We believe education is about developing the whole person, within the school values of ‘resilience, ambition and respect'.
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 Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 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 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 Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details:
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1- £23,914 + Outer London Weighting Allowance
Actual Salary: £18,572.91 + Outer London Weighting Allowance
Hours of work: 32.5hrs per week (term time only)
Closing Date: 31 July 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, ****** 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.
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