Learning Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Selsey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accredited CPD

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a committed Secondary Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school in the Chichester area. The role is full-time and starts ASAP, running until mid-January to support students across KS3 and KS4.

You will work with the school's support team to help pupils access learning, reduce barriers and build confidence in a varied environment. You will support learning in class, assist with targeted interventions and work with colleagues to monitor progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, supportive and approachable demeanor.
• Able to work across different age groups.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to supporting learning.
• Reliable, proactive and team-friendly.

Responsibilities

• Support students across multiple year groups throughout the school.
• Provide in-class support to help pupils engage with learning.
• Assist with targeted interventions and small-group sessions.
• Work alongside teaching staff to support student progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Help students build confidence, independence and resilience.
• Adapt support strategies to meet different learning needs.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with youth/children

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Background in education/youth work/coaching/mentoring/childcare or support work

Job description

Secondary Learning Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Secondary Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school in the Chichester area. This is a full-time opportunity starting immediately and running until mid-January, supporting students across a range of year groups throughout the school.

Working as part of the school's support team, you will help students access learning, overcome barriers within the classroom, and develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships and supporting students with different abilities and learning needs.

The Role:

• Support students across multiple year groups throughout the school
• Provide in-class support to help pupils engage with learning
• Assist with targeted interventions and small-group sessions
• Work alongside teaching staff to support student progress
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Help students build confidence, independence, and resilience
• Adapt support strategies to meet different learning needs
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people or children
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, supportive, and approachable manner
• Able to work confidently across different age groups
• Flexible and adaptable approach to supporting learning
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively within a team
• Backgrounds in education, youth work, coaching, mentoring, childcare, or support work welcomed
• Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate

Contract Details:

• Position: Secondary Learning Support Assistant
• Location: Chichester
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Length: Until mid-January
• Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week
• Pay Rate: £14.25 - £15.66 per hour
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

• Experience supporting young people desirable
• School-based experience beneficial but not essential
• Enhanced DBS required
• Safeguarding training can be provided

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting
• Access to long-term and permanent education opportunities
• A rewarding role supporting students' learning and developmentIf you're looking for a Secondary Learning Support Assistant role in Chichester and are available for an immediate start, we'd love to hear from you.