learning support assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to join their vibrant team. This full-time role focuses on supporting students with special educational needs in a nurturing environment. The school is committed to personal and professional development, offering tailored training and a clear progression path. With modern facilities and a supportive team, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students. If you're ready to inspire and empower learners, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Temporary to Permanent role

Fully funded training

Supportive team

Spacious classrooms and grounds

Room for progression

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young adults is essential.
• GCSE in maths and English or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN learners on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Communicate with parents regarding pupils' progress.

Skills

Experience with children or young adults

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE in maths and English or equivalent

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!

The children's needs, safety and personal and educational development is 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!

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.

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

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:

1. Temporary to Permanent role (within 12 weeks)
2. Training offered / fully funded
3. Supportive and long-standing team
4. Superb and spacious classrooms and grounds
5. There is lots of room for progression in the roles, from senior teaching assistant to skill development and other areas to branch into (therapies, inclusion support, etc.)

Minimum Requirements:

1. Experience working or volunteering with children or young adults
2. GCSE in maths and English or equivalent
3. Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities:

1. Supporting SEN learners on a 1:1, small group and classroom basis
2. Communicating with parents and carers over pupils' progress and 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 then please don't hesitate to apply now. For more information on this role please call Bryony directly on 01293 527416.

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