Learning Associate - Oriel High School

EMEA3 Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

INSET days included

Job summary

Oriel High School is seeking a Learning Associate to support pupils in class and small groups. The role is permanent and follows term-time hours, including INSET days, with a salary of £19,212 (Crawley weighting) for Grade 5.

The successful candidate will contribute to students’ academic, emotional, social and personal development within a dynamic learning community. We welcome applicants who understand SEND needs and can help learners become independent, using assessments and targeted support

Qualifications

• Understanding of a range of SEND needs.
• Ability to encourage students to become independent learners.
• Ability to draw out the best student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support students in class and in small groups.
• Contribute to the development of students’ academic, emotional, social and personal growth.
• Assist with ensuring a positive learning environment for all students.

Skills

SEND awareness

Independent learning support

Student outcomes focus

Education

GCSE English/Math/Science C or higher

Job description

About Us

This innovative and successful 11-18 school first opened in September 2004 and has grown year on year. The school currently has over 1500 students in Y7-13, has excellent facilities and is a dynamic learning community.

Job Details

Required November 2026

Learning Associate Grade 5: £19212.00 (actual salary incl Crawley Weighting)

Permanent

8.15am-3.00pm – Monday to Friday Term-Time only plus INSET days

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Associate to support students both in class and in small groups within the school. Applications are invited from people who have:

• An understanding of a range of SEND needs;
• The ability to encourage students to become independent learners;
• The ability to draw out the best student outcomes;
• C grade or higher in GCSE English, Mathematics and Science (or equivalent).

Applicants do not need to have had experience as a Learning Associate: more important is the genuine commitment to the students’ academic, emotional, social and personal development.

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, please review the attachment for our job description.

Further Information

Oriel HighSchool 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.