SEN Learning Support Assistant

Supply Desk; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a primary school in Brighton. This full-time role involves supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) through tailored assistance, focusing on emotional regulation and communication. Candidates should have experience or interest in SEN, with training provided. This position offers opportunities to impact children's lives positively within a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training in SEN best practices

Supportive leadership team

Warm, inclusive school environment

Qualifications

• Strong interest in supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
• Sound understanding of EHCPs and inclusive classroom practice.
• Ability to adapt teaching through scaffolding.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to pupils with EHCPs.
• Collaborate with experienced staff to ensure support for every child.

Skills

Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN

Understanding of EHCPs and differentiation

Confident using alternative communication tools

Nurturing and proactive attitude

Job description

Learning Support Assistant SEN Focus

Brighton

Full-Time Term-Time Only

£89.05 - £96.50 per day

Are you passionate about inclusive education and supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Supply Desk are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Brighton that we are partnered with, and provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils with EHCPs.

You’ll work closely with children who need additional help with communication, emotional regulation, and access to learning using effective and structured routines, behaviour management techniques, and a nurturing approach to help them thrive.

You’ll collaborate with experienced staff and external professionals, ensuring every child receives the regulated support they need to flourish both academically and emotionally.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN, including ASD, speech & language needs, or SEMH.
• A sound understanding of EHCPs, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practice.
• Confident using alternative communication tools and adapting teaching through scaffolding.
• A nurturing, proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a collaborative support team.

We Offer

• A warm, inclusive school environment rooted in positivity and progress.
• Ongoing training in SEN best practices and communication approaches.
• A supportive leadership team that values every member of staff.
• Opportunities to make a real impact in children's lives every single day.

Requirements

• References for the past 2 years.
• An Enhanced DBS Check on the update service (we can support you in applying for one).
• 6 months of previous experience working with children preferred.

If you believe in the power of inclusive education and are ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of something exceptional and rewarding!