Primary - LSA

Reed; Worthing; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Reed is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work across schools in Worthing and surrounding areas, offering flexible opportunities in Primary, Secondary and Specialist provisions.

You will provide one-to-one and small group support, assist with students with additional needs, promote wellbeing, and help with social and emotional development while working closely with teachers and families.

Qualifications

• Positive, patient and caring approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people
• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals is advantageous but not essential
• Genuine passion for supporting education and student development
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service desirable (or willingness to obtain one)

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Assisting students with additional needs, including SEND
• Supporting classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Encouraging student engagement and participation
• Promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents and support staff

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Empathy

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Opportunities Available Across Schools

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Location: Various locations
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary & Permanent Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential?

We are continually recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work across a variety of educational settings, supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Whether you're an experienced LSA, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, or looking to begin a rewarding career within education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students access learning and develop confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Assisting students with additional needs, including SEND
• Supporting classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Encouraging student engagement and participation
• Promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents and support staff

We Are Looking For

• A positive, patient and caring approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with young people
• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is advantageous but not essential
• A genuine passion for supporting education and student development
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

• A variety of flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to training and professional development
• Opportunities across Primary, Secondary and Specialist provisions
• Potential pathways into long-term and permanent positions

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from:

• Learning Support Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Support Workers
• Care Workers
• Youth Workers
• Graduates seeking educational experience
• Individuals looking to transition into education