Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Randstad Education; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted educational institution in Haywards Heath is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join a nurturing team dedicated to helping children with communication difficulties. This role offers training, career progression, and a supportive work environment. Applicants should have relevant experience with special educational needs and hold GCSEs in Maths and English. Apply today to support learners in a welcoming and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Accessible public transport links

School networking events

Welcoming staff room

Career progression opportunities

Fully funded training and qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience (voluntary or paid) with children and young adults.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supporting in the delivery of engaging lessons and activities.
• Supporting learners with SEN on various levels.

Skills

Relevant SEN experience

Experience working with children and young adults

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to join a trusted school committed to supporting and inspiring children through a fun and inviting curriculum? Do you want to join a close nit team that is committed to working together to offer the best in education and care? Do you want to be rewarded with excellent rates of pay, free qualifications and development opportunities? If you answered yes to these questions then please do not hesitate to apply today.

This is your opportunity to join a small, independent specialist school designed specifically for children with communication difficulties typically associated with Autism spectrum conditions. This warm and welcoming school is currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team ASAP. This role is needed due to a current member of the team retiring after 25 years. The school is full of character and has excellent facilities including an on-site kitchen, a fully equipped music room and an outside space with a trim trail and on-site Forest School. The setting supports 85+ pupils aged 4 to 16 years, providing tailored 1:1 education in a calm and nurturing environment.

This position is on a full-time basis. Applicants must be available Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm. Full training will be provided and you will have access to free and fully funded qualifications. The school is invested in the futures of both staff and learners.

If this sounds like the type of environment you would like to work in, please apply today. Interviews will be held the week before September.

Benefits

• Accessible public transport links
• School networking events / social events for teachers
• Welcoming staff room with drinks, snacks, games, TV and a shared library
• Brilliant resources and spacious classrooms/grounds
• Career progression opportunities
• Fully funded training and qualifications

Requirements

• Relevant SEN experience
• Experience (voluntary or paid) working with children and young adults
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Supporting in the delivery of engaging and interactive lessons and educational activities
• Supporting learners with SEN on a 1:1, small group and whole class basis

How to apply & contact

If you have any questions please call Bryony on 01293 527416. This role is open for applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, a three-stage interview process will begin, followed by a final stage with appropriate school leadership. All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education’s child safety standards and UK eligibility checks.