Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 19,617 - 19,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Pension contributions

Free training and safeguarding updates

Refer a friend bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a calm and proactive Learning Support Assistant in Hailsham, East Sussex. You will support two pupils with ASC and ADHD, helping them regulate emotions and engage with the curriculum. You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies and promote positive behaviours.

The role requires resilience, empathy, and the ability to build strong relationships in a safe, nurturing environment. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Level 3 Teaching Assistant.
• Ideally have prior school experience with SEND/SEMH or challenging behavioural needs.
• Be confident in behaviour management to de‑escalate threats or aggression.
• Desirable: Team Teach or PRICE trained.

Responsibilities

• Support two pupils with ASC and ADHD to regulate emotions and engage with learning.
• Assist planning and delivery of tailored strategies with the class teacher/SENCO.
• Create a safe, structured, nurturing learning environment and promote independence.

Skills

De‑escalation techniques

Calm and patient demeanor

Strong relationships with pupils

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Hailsham, East Sussex

£14.24 - £14.50 (salary is dependant on qualifications/experience)

September

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and confident Learning Support Assistant who has a strong understanding of supporting pupils with autism and additional needs. You will play a vital role in providing support for two pupils with ASC and ADHD, helping them to regulate their emotions, engage with learning and make meaningful progress both academically and socially.

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and another experienced support professional, you will contribute to the planning and delivery of tailored strategies that support positive behaviour, emotional regulation and access to the curriculum. Your experience will allow you to recognise triggers, implement effective interventions and adapt your approach to meet each child's individual needs.

We are seeking a calm, patient and proactive professional who is confident in building strong relationships and creating a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment. You will bring creativity and initiative to the role, using engaging and purposeful activities to promote independence, resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.

Requirements

• Desirable: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Ideally have prior school experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH or challenging behavioural needs.
• Be confident in behaviour management skills to de‑escalate any threatening or aggressive behaviour.
• Desired: Team teach or PRICE trained.
• Be resilient, empathetic, patient and not take things too personally.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Benefits

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in‑house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support.