Learning Support Assistant

Randstad Education; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school dedicated to nurturing every child's potential in a supportive environment. As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in helping students with special educational needs thrive. With a strong commitment to staff development, the school offers a personalized growth plan to help you achieve your career goals. Experience a vibrant workplace equipped with modern facilities and a supportive team that values your contributions. This full-time position is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Temporary to Permanent role

Fully funded training

Supportive team

Spacious classrooms

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young adults in educational settings.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN learners in 1:1 and small group settings.
• Communicate with parents about pupil progress.
• Participate in departmental meetings and training events.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Job description

Are you looking for a school that creates a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every child to learn and thrive? Look no further!

About the School

The children's needs, safety, and personal and educational development are at the core of this school. They are an inclusive setting committed to every single child that walks through the gates! Do you want to be a part of this amazing team?

This school not only prioritises its students but also invests in its staff from day one. With a personalised development plan tailored to your career goals, you'll receive the guidance and encouragement needed to grow and succeed. Does this sound like the opportunity you've been searching for?

If so, this is the perfect role and school for you!

About the School

As the number one specialist school in the county and district, this school continually delivers on its promises. Its reputation for excellence stems from a relentless commitment to providing top-tier education and personal development and well-being support for all students, regardless of their background or special educational needs (SEN). Currently supporting 95 pupils, the school is set to expand in September 2025, offering both primary and secondary education, along with a robust vocational studies program.

The school features a bright, modern setting with well-equipped sensory rooms, therapy spaces, state-of-the-art design studios, and inviting communal areas for staff to unwind—including massage chairs, ping pong tables, and free vending machines! You'll be joining a vibrant, long-standing team dedicated to helping you grow from day one.

Student Support

This incredible setting supports learners with SEN, PMLD, and ASC diagnoses. The school aims to offer 1:1 or 1:3 provision to all students. The team within the school works collaboratively to offer support and guidance to all students.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate and inspiring Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 and with small groups of students. This full-time role starts ASAP—if you're ready to make a difference, apply today!

Benefits

• Temporary to Permanent role (within 12 weeks)
• Training offered / fully funded
• Supportive and long-standing team
• Superb and spacious classrooms and grounds
• Opportunities for progression, from senior teaching assistant to skill development and other areas (therapies, inclusion support, etc.)

Minimum Requirements

• Experience working or volunteering with children or young adults
• GCSE in maths and English or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Supporting SEN learners on a 1:1, small group, and classroom basis
• Communicating with parents and carers about pupils' progress
• Participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, and whole school training events

If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity or wish to send us your application, please don't hesitate to apply now. For more information, contact Bryony directly at 01293 527416.

This role is open for applications over the next week. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, with shortlisted candidates invited to attend the final stage with school leadership.