Learning Support Assistant

St Wilfrid's; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 15,283 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School in Burgess Hill is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support EHCP pupils and assist with medical needs and whole-class activities. The role includes playground supervision and supporting inclusive learning for all pupils.

The successful candidate will be passionate about helping every child reach their potential, flexible, and able to work well in a team. DBS checks and safeguarding are required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.
• Clear ideas on strategies to encourage appropriate behaviour.
• Ability to apply strategies in classroom and playground.
• Willing to support children of all abilities.
• Flexible, motivated and able to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support EHCP pupils to access learning in the classroom and interact with peers.
• Support pupils with medical needs as required.
• Provide playground supervision at break and lunchtimes.
• Contribute to inclusive approach to education.
• Attend to pupils' personal, welfare and health matters as needed.

Skills

Experience with children

Behaviour management

SEND experience

EHCP understanding

Interventions delivery

Team player

Job description

## Learning Support Assistant### We are searching for the best education professionals* Job openings* Learning Support AssistantFast Apply# Learning Support AssistantEmployer: St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Burgess HillLocation: Burgess Hill, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: £25,583 pro rata per annumPosted: 14th July 2026Expires: 25th August 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1565104* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* PrintLearning Support Assistant / Midday Meals SupervisorSt Wilfrids Catholic Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll 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.Salary Grade 4, £25,583 pro rata per annumStart Date: September 2026Contract 30hrs per week 39 weeks per year (Term Time plus 1 week) PermanentWe are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant with some responsibility for EHCP pupils, some responsibility for pupils with medical needs and some whole class responsibility. The EHCP pupils may need support with communication to access learning within the classroom and to interact with their peers. This role also includes playground supervision at break and lunchtimes.We are committed to an inclusive approach to the education of all our pupils and the successful candidate will support this approach through their role.We are looking for an applicant who:• has experience of working with children• is passionate about enabling all children to achieve as well as they possibly can whatever their starting point• has a clear idea of strategies to encourage appropriate behaviour choices and is able to apply these in a classroom situation and outside of the classroom• will support children of all abilities• is flexible, well-motivated and is able to work on their own initiative,• is a good team player• will make a positive contribution to our school community• is willing to, or has specific experience of, working with SEND pupils• is willing to run interventions• is willing to attend to pupils personal needs including social, welfare and health matters• is willing to implement actions and strategies suggested by outside agenciesClosing date for applications: 4th September 2026 9amInterview date: TBCHow to apply:Please complete the online application in fullSt Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding children.The post will be subject to satisfactory references, health checks, online checks and an enhanced DBS check.Proof of the right to work in the UK will also be required