Learning Support Assistant - Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

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

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is urgently seeking a Full-Time Learning Support Assistant in Cranleigh to support students with complex special educational needs. Candidates must have GCSEs in Maths and English, a genuine passion for helping children with disabilities, and immediate availability. This temp-to-perm role offers a competitive salary and exceptional support, including continuous professional development.

Benefits

Pathway to Permanent Role

Exceptional Support

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C in Maths and English is essential.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check is required.
• Must be available for immediate, full-time work.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to students in small class settings.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement education plans (IEPs).
• Contribute to a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English

Passion for supporting children with complex needs

Ability to undergo or possess an Enhanced DBS Check

Experience with SEN students

Education

GCSE Grade C in Maths and English

Job description

Urgent: Full-Time Learning Support Assistant (Temp-to-Perm) | Cranleigh Specialist School

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey (Driving License/Car Necessary) Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term-Time Only) Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (12 weeks) leading to Permanent

Are you an experienced or aspiring Learning Support Assistant (LSA) looking for a permanent career pathway in supporting Special Educational Needs in Cranleigh?

A highly-resourced specialist school is urgently seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and resilient Full-Time Learning Support Assistant to support students with complex special educational needs (aged 5-18). This is an immediate, fast-track temp-to-perm opportunity designed for candidates ready to commit to a rewarding, long-term role.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

To succeed as a Special Educational Needs Learning Support Assistant, you must meet the following criteria:

• Essential Education: GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Mandatory Checks: Willingness to undergo or possession of a valid Enhanced DBS Check (Children and Adults).
• Availability: Immediate availability for full-time, Monday to Friday, Term-Time employment.
• Character: Genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs, including Autism and Physical Disabilities.

Prior experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or with SEN students is advantageous, but commitment and character are paramount.

The Role: What You Will Do

As a vital Learning Support Assistant, your focus will be on providing individualised support to foster academic and personal growth within small class settings. You will:

• Work in small class settings (supporting students aged 5 to 18) who have complex SEN.
• Collaborate closely with experienced teachers to implement tailored support strategies and execute individual education plans (IEPs).
• Facilitate student access to the curriculum and contribute to a positive, nurturing environment, ensuring all students thrive both academically and developmentally.

What We Offer You (The Benefits)

This LSA role offers significant benefits, including a clear path to permanent employment:

• Pathway to Permanent Role: Secured temp-to-perm opportunity after 12 successful weeks.
• Exceptional Support: Continuous professional development, high-quality training, and a positive, supportive work culture.
• Competitive Salary
• Rewarding Career: The chance to make a profound difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs.

Apply Now - Immediate Start

This is an urgent requirement for a Full-Time Learning Support Assistant position in Cranleigh. The school is moving swiftly to interview and hire immediately available candidates.

If you possess the required Maths and English GCSEs, have a desire to work with complex needs, and are ready for an immediate, full-time start, apply without delay!