Learning Support Assistant

GREAT WALSTEAD LIMITED; Lindfield; On-site; GBP 9,900 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Walstead School seeks a caring, enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join the Learning Support Department. The role involves providing tailored support to pupils both individually and in small groups, working closely with teachers, parents and colleagues to promote academic progress, confidence and wellbeing for every child.

The post holder will contribute to the wider life of the school, upholding its ethos and standards, and participating in co-curricular activities and

Qualifications

• DBS enhanced disclosure required.
• Safeguarding and welfare of children is a core responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups under guidance from teachers.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and colleagues to foster a positive, inclusive learning environment and pupil wellbeing.

Job description

Location:Great Walstead School

Salary:£11,038.44

Closing Date:24/09/2026 12:00

Position Type:{Advertised Full Time / Part Time}

Expiry Date:24/09/2026 12:00

The Vacancy

Great Walstead School are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and proactive Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support Department. This role plays an important part in helping pupils achieve their full potential by providing tailored support both individually and in small groups. Working closely with teachers, parents and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes academic progress, confidence and wellbeing for every child.

The post holder will contribute actively to the wider life of the school, working collaboratively, upholding the school’s ethos and standards, and participating in co-curricular activities, events and professional development. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a core responsibility of the role.

For the fulfilment of duties this role reports to the relevant Head(s) of Section.

About the Employer

Great Walstead is a dynamic Independent Day School nestled in the glorious Sussex countryside on a site of 250 acres, surrounded by fields and woodland. The School seeks to nurture academic ability, kind character and a spirit of adventure in our pupils whose ages range from 2 ½ to 13 years old. The School believes that children are born creative, curious and imaginative.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all of our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS and to register with the update service.

Great Walstead is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Data Handling – please refer to Great Walstead’s Data Protection Policy and Privacy Notice which can be found on the School’s website Registered Charity No 307002.