The Chandler C of E Junior School

Vacancies

We are a Church of England school, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced level clearance from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and Children’s Barred List (CBL) check.

Current Vacancies

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) and Midday Supervisor (MDS)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, pro-active LSA with a good sense of humour and a friendly approach to join our lively staff team in September 2026. You will provide support either to a child on a one-to-one basis, or with a small group of pupils. You will also be required to undertake MDS duties during the pupils’ lunchtime break.

We are ideally looking for someone to work five full days a week. However, applications are also invited from candidates who are able to offer a different work pattern. LSA roles are paid on Surrey SP4 pay range (£25,052* per annum, Full Time Equivalent). MDSs are paid on Surrey SP1/2 (£23,322* per annum, Full Time Equivalent). Indicative pay for five full days a week on a term time only basis is £18,984* per annum. Actual pay will be dependent on individual timetabled hours, and the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

* subject to confirmation of Surrey Pay pay scales for 2026/27

You will be confident in Maths and English (Grade “C” or “4” GCSE or equivalent required in both), be patient and flexible, a good team player and have empathy and openness with children.

Please apply via this application form, which should be handed to the School Office or emailed to finance@chandlerjunior.school:

LSA Application Form - September 2026

Closing date for applications: Monday 15 June 2026 (midday)

Interviews: Monday 22 June 2026 (note – candidates must be available on this date) 

LSA advert - September 2026

LSA job description

MDS job description

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