Learning Support Assistant (King’s Academy Ringmer)

East Sussex County Council; Lewes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD programme

October half term (2 weeks)

Staff benefits

Eco School

Rural location

Job summary

King’s Academy Ringmer is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND department for 30 hours per week, five days a week (term-time only). The role begins September 2026 and supports students with additional needs in classroom settings and small groups, alongside the SENCO and SEND team to raise standards.

There are opportunities for CPD with input from Educational Psychologists and other professionals, and timetabled admin time is allocated for planning and enrichment groups.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with additional needs desirable.
• Ability to work in a classroom setting and with small groups.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually and in small groups to aid academic progress and wellbeing.
• Assist the SENCO and SEND department to raise standards and outcomes.

Job description

Hours of work: 30
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

King’s Academy Ringmer
Lewes Road
Ringmer
East Sussex
BN8 5RB

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

30 hours per week, 5 days a week (6 hours a day)

Learning Support Assistant for 30 hours per week for 5 days a week required to start September 2026 to support students with additional needs. Mainly based in the classroom, and working with small groups of students to support their individual and collective development, both academically and in their general wellbeing. The successful candidates will support the SENCO and SEND department to help improve student outcomes and raise standards.

The SEND department comprises of 5 dedicated Learning Support Assistants. There are numerous opportunities for CPD, including training from Educational Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and many other professionals. We believe it is imperative to upskill and support our staff, therefore any training opportunities are encouraged. Admin time is allocated on timetables to complete tasks, training and plan for enrichment groups.

What can we offer you?

• Leaders who create a positive working environment where Teaching and Learning is the priority
• An established, motivated and supportive department
• Conscientious and hardworking students in a ‘very happy and safe school’ (OFSTED 2024)
• An effective behaviour for learning policy where ‘pupils behave well’ (OFSTED 2024)
• A supportive and collaborative staff body
• An excellent CPD programme and opportunities for progression
• Two-week October half term
• Academy wide staff benefits and discounts (My KGA)
• The opportunity to work in an Eco School
• A beautiful, rural environment situated approximately 12 miles from the coastal city of Brighton and Hove

ABOUT US

King’s Academy Ringmer is a rural comprehensive with an ethos of "Honesty, Faith, Courage". Our most recent Ofsted states “the school has a culture of courtesy and respect” and “pupils are expected to work hard and commit to their learning". Our results are significantly above national average for all students. We offer a broad, ‘exceptional’ enrichment offer through our Super Curriculum and students say "there is something for everyone".

King’s Academy Ringmer is also an Eco School and winner of the Department for Education’s Sustainability award.

King’s Group Academies

King’s Academy Ringmer is part of King’s Group Academies. At King’s Group Academies our vision is to provide ‘opportunity and success on a global stage’ which means we have a vision of a global community of pupils and colleagues whose connection broadens horizons and fosters understanding. Our values of ‘Honesty, Faith, and Courage’ drive our passion and ensure we collaborate within our UK communities and internationally, promoting global citizenship and cultural awareness. We believe that every pupil deserves a team of dedicated educators and staff who are deeply invested in their success, supported by positive partnerships with parents who hold us to the highest standards.

King’s Academy Ringmer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts within our Multi Academy trust are exempt for the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all applicants will be required to declare spent and unspent convictions, cautions and bind‑overs, including those regarded as spent and complete an Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 8.00am with the interview date on Monday 7 September 2026.