Learning Support Assistant

Randstad Staffing; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programme

Healthcare cash back plan

On-site gym and facilities

Staff wellness support

Job summary

Randstad Staffing is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with complex learning needs in a collaborative environment.

The role focuses on delivering tailored support, promoting independence, and communicating student progress to teachers and parents. It offers opportunities for professional growth, in a setting with interdisciplinary team involvement.

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Experience working in a classroom with young people with complex disabilities, challenging behavior, or support worker roles.
• Sensitivity to student needs, flexibility, and integrity.
• Must possess the permanent right to work in the UK; enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group lessons, adapting approach to student needs.
• Promote independence and dignity while assisting with daily routines and personal care.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses and support staff as part of a team.
• Mentor junior colleagues and communicate progress to lead teachers and parents.
• Organise educational trips and track progress, providing feedback to lead teachers.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Mentoring

Resilience

Planning

Education

BA Hons QTS

BEd

PGCE

Job description

Are you seeking a rewarding career where you can make a genuine impact on the lives of students with complex learning needs?

We are currently seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our professional team in a supportive environment.

This role offers excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group lessons, adapting your approach to meet individual student requirements.
• Promote independence and dignity while assisting with daily routines and personal care.
• Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team of therapists, nurses, and support staff.
• Mentor junior colleagues and maintain clear communication with parents regarding student development.
• Organise educational trips, track progress, and provide constructive feedback to lead teachers.

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Experience working in a classroom with young people with complex disabilities, challenging behavior, or support worker roles.
• Sensitivity to student needs, flexibility in the face of challenges, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of integrity.
• Must possess the permanent right to work in the UK; the successful candidate will undergo a full enhanced DBS check. Candidates reliant on restricted VISAs or sponsorship will not be considered.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service update or willingness to undergo these checks.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of £22,793.85 - £24,109.20 (based 37 hours per week).
• Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing programme and healthcare cash back plan.
• Facilities including a working farm, sensory rooms, creative art spaces, and an indoor swimming pool.
• On and off-site gym options with free fitness classes.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),BTEC certificate in children,CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,DET/DTTLS,early childhood studies degree,Finance/accounting diploma,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,HR CIPD,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 2 in children,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4,PGCE,PGCE,PGDE (Scotland),PTLLS,QTLS,QTS,SBM (school business manager) qualification,Schools direct,SCITT

education

high school,college,university