Learning Support Assistant

Supply Desk; North Chailey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to create a nurturing environment for children with additional needs in East Grinstead. You'll support their learning, confidence, and engagement during school hours. Experience with children is beneficial, along with a calm demeanor and a desire to help. This role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and CPD

Refer-a-Friend bonus up to £150

Qualifications

• Experience in school, care, SEN, or youth work is valuable.
• Must have or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• A calm demeanor and a supportive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs in their learning and wellbeing.
• Help children remain focused and engaged throughout school hours.
• Assist teachers with lessons and classroom activities.
• Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Calm, patient and supportive attitude

Confidence to work across different school environments

Genuine desire to help children

Job description

Location: East Grinstead & surrounding areas
Contract: Full‑Time / Part‑Time — flexible to suit you
Daily Rate: £89.05 – £110
Hours: School hours (08:30 – 15:30)

Are you passionate about supporting children who need a little extra help to succeed? Whether you already have school experience or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education, this Learning Support Assistant role offers the chance to positively impact young lives across East Grinstead.

We are seeking caring, patient and committed LSAs to work with pupils in both primary and secondary settings. You’ll help children with additional needs access learning, feel confident in the classroom and develop essential skills for life.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs in their learning and wellbeing
• Helping children stay focused, confident and engaged throughout the school day
• Assisting teachers with lessons, routines and classroom activities
• Creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment
• Adapting to different schools, age groups and individual needs

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (school, care, SEN, youth work etc.)
• A calm, patient and supportive attitude
• Confidence to work across a variety of school environments
• A genuine desire to help children reach their potential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Benefits

• Flexible working to fit around your commitments
• Opportunities to build experience across a range of local schools
• Access to ongoing training and CPD
• Friendly, supportive consultants
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus – earn up to £150