Learning Support Assistant (LSA

Tkat (the Kemnal Academies Trust); Crawley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear Career Progression

Headspace Subscription

Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Blue Light Card Eligibility

Generous Pension Contributions

Job summary

Seymour Primary School, part of the Kemnal Academies Trust, is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) SEND. You will help build confidence and independence, delivering targeted interventions and supporting diverse learners in a collaborative school community.

Your role focuses on one-to-one and small-group support, fostering belonging and high-quality learning across the curriculum. A proactive team player with empathy will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Empathy and patience to support diverse learners.
• Ability to work with teachers to deliver targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small-group interventions in literacy, numeracy, or wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and collaborate with class teachers.
• Support inclusive learning environments and tailored learning plans.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Wellbeing support

Team collaboration

Job description

These five ideals define who we are at Kemnal - and they shape everything that happens inside our classrooms. We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) who shares these beliefs and is ready to make a tangible difference to the lives of our pupils every single day.

Please note this vacancy will close at midday on 13/10/2026

In our Trust, a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) SEND is far more than classroom support; you are a key architect in building a child's confidence, independence, and agency. We are seeking an empathetic, proactive team player who can help break down barriers to learning, run targeted interventions, and create an environment where every child feels supported to take on new challenges.

Whether you have years of experience supporting learning, a background in childcare or SEND, or are looking to take your first steps toward a career in education, your talent will be valued here. In our community, support staff are vital partners in driving educational standards and fostering a strong sense of belonging.

Together, let's raise aspirations, unlock potential, and ensure every child - whatever their starting point - deserves to shine.

The ideal LSA SEND will be someone who:

• Builds warm, positive, and respectful relationships with pupils.
• Is patient, adaptable, and understanding of diverse educational, social, and emotional needs.
• Works collaboratively with class teachers to support high-quality learning and classroom management.
• Confidently delivers targeted one-to-one or small-group interventions in literacy, numeracy, or wellbeing.

Kemnal Academies Trust is a group of schools with ambition for every child and pride in the communities we serve. We provide a broad and rich education that opens doors. Working together, we give every pupil the support and the skills they need to build a life of purpose, agency, and contribution.

Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership, and learning for all. Our leaders focus on pupil progress and attainment, regularly sharing knowledge, insight, and experience across our family of schools. We believe passionately in the power of collaborative working and actively promote school-to-school support-because when we work together, every child benefits.

Our five ideals define who we are and how we work across all 45 of our schools:

• Ambition: Great schools do what it takes for every pupil to succeed.
• Community: Schools should serve and respect their community.
• Opportunity: The point of education is to build lives of agency and contribution.
• Enrichment: Every pupil deserves to shine.
• Talent: In education, people matter most.

A Culture of Belonging: Equity, Inclusion & Diversity

Belonging is of utmost importance to us. We strive to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and respected, where expectations are high, and genuine support is provided. Here, colleagues are trusted to lead, contribute, and grow in alignment with our mission. At Kemnal Academies Trust, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Flexible Working - Kemnal Academies Trust recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career while balancing their commitments and interests outside of work. We actively promote flexible working practices and opportunities to support a positive work-life balance.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to contributing to the wider life of the school community.
• Is dedicated to helping pupils of all abilities make progress and achieve their full potential.

Great Support Starts with a Great Community: Your Benefits

We believe that in education, people matter most. Investing in your wellbeing and professional growth is not just a perk - it's a priority. As part of Kemnal, you will benefit from:

• Clear Career Progression: High-quality CPD with clear pathways toward Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status or qualified teacher training (QTS) if desired.
• Leadership Coaching & Mentoring: Receive dedicated guidance and insight from our experienced academy leadership team.
• Funded Development Training: Grow your expertise through a vast array of courses, including subject-specific accreditations.
• Headspace Subscription: Enjoy free, full access to the world's leading mindfulness app to support your mental health every day.
• Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme: Participate in a free, expert-led mindfulness course for adults (8 x 90-minute out-of-hours sessions).
• Blue Light Card Eligibility: Save more on shopping, dining, and travel with access to the UK's premier discount scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Enjoy a healthier, more sustainable commute by spreading the cost of a new bike and equipment.
• Generous Pension Contributions: Secure your future with a substantial employer investment into your long-term financial wellbeing.
• A Supportive, Innovative Culture: Join a friendly, forward-thinking environment that champions work-life balance and values your input in driving meaningful change.

About Seymour Primary School