Learning Support Assistant - SEN

Randstad Education; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to school facilities

On-site parking

Free hot meal

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in Hassocks, UK, to work full-time at a special educational needs school. This role involves supporting students aged 7-16 with learning difficulties and speech needs on a 1:1 basis, promoting their independence and participation.

Candidates should have a desire to help, possess minimum GCSE qualifications in Maths and English, and experience working with similar individuals. The position offers various benefits, including access to on-site facilities and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Desire to help others enjoy learning and develop independence.
• Minimum GCSE Grade C/Level 4 in Maths and English required.
• Experience working with individuals with learning or communication difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with learning in accordance with their individual plans.
• Encourage participation in social and educational opportunities.
• Provide necessary care within the personal and educational context.

Skills

Supporting student independence

Communication skills

Caring and trustworthy

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work with young people aged 7-16 years who have learning difficulties and speech and language needs.

Position Overview

Full‑time, permanent role based at a local special educational needs school. Hours are 08:30‑16:00, Monday‑Friday, with a start date in September. The successful candidate will support students on a 1:1 basis in accessing learning in accordance with their Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and the ECHP.

Responsibilities

• Interact with and participate in the development of students' skills, supporting pupils to reach their potential for independence
• Support pupils' participation in social, leisure, educational and employment opportunities within the local community
• Provide the support and care identified in students' individual learning plans
• Encourage and enable students to maintain acceptable levels of personal and environmental hygiene
• Participate in relevant training to achieve required qualifications and attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off site, as required

Qualifications

• A desire to help others enjoy learning and develop independence
• GCSEs with a minimum Grade C/level 4 or equivalent, including Maths and English language
• Experience of working with adults or children with learning or communication difficulties
• Honest, trustworthy and ethical behaviour at all times
• Own means of transport (desirable)

Benefits

• Access to all school facilities
• On‑site parking
• CPD opportunities available for all staff
• Free hot meal
• On‑site speech & language and occupational therapists
• Off‑site activities such as horse‑riding, swimming, shopping and park visits
• Opportunity to complete fully funded training

For more information about this role or to apply, please contact Bryony di Cara on 01293 527416 or email [e-mail]

Randstad Education maintains the highest standard of child safety and compliance when placing candidates into schools. Any successful candidates will be subject to the compliance process that also includes the enhanced DBS check.