1:1 Learning Support Assistant - Davison CE High School

West Sussex County Council; Worthing; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Davison CE High School for Girls is seeking a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant on a permanent or fixed-term basis to July 2027. This term-time role is 35 hours per week plus inset days, 8.30am–4.00pm, with a pro rata salary of £22,211 actual.

The successful candidate will provide specialist support to a student, fostering patience, empathy and a positive learning experience, and will join a supportive team committed to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Patient, empathetic and understanding, with a genuine desire to help a young person thrive in the classroom.
• Experience of working with young people is desirable, especially with Autism.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the student.
• Provide encouragement and individualised support.
• Help the student overcome barriers to learning.
• Work closely and positively as part of a supportive team.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Empathy

Autism awareness

Job description

About Us

DAVISON CE HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

1:1 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Vacancies for Permanent or Fixed Term Contracts to July 2027

Term Time only – 35 hours per week + Inset days

8.30am to 4.00pm

WSCC NJC Grade 6 £27,254 p.a. pro rata (Actual salary £22,211)

We are looking for a positive, friendly and caring individual to provide specialist support to a student, helping them overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, empathetic and understanding, and who genuinely wants to make a difference to a young person’s experience in the classroom.

You will:

• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the student
• Provide encouragement and individualised support
• Help the student overcome barriers to learning
• Work closely and positively as part of a supportive team

Experience of working with young people with Autism is desirable, but most importantly, we are looking for someone with the patience, compassion and enthusiasm to help this student succeed.

If you’re someone who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Davison CE High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check, in line with “Safeguarding Children & Safer Recruiting”.

We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

E-mail: [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 14th September 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 16th September 2026

The school reserves the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process

Job Details

Term Time only – 35 hours per week + Inset days

8.30am to 4.00pm

WSCC NJC Grade 6 £27,254 p.a. pro rata (Actual salary £22,211)

E-mail: [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 14th September 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 16th September 2026

What You Need to Succeed

We are seeking a positive and friendly individual to provide specialist assistance to an individual student who requires support to overcome barriers to learning. You will need to demonstrate patience and understanding and be a good team player, preferably with experience in working with young people with an Autism diagnosis. Empathy and a desire to help the individual thrive in the classroom is essential.

Further Information

Davison CE High School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.