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Learning Support Assistant

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Hastings
Date posted : 04/09/26
  1. Full Time
£92.63 - 100.00 per day

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Secondary Schools

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking Learning Support Assistants to work with secondary-aged pupils, supporting their learning, development, and confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

For over 10 years, we have partnered with schools across the local area, providing high-quality education staff who help young people thrive in a range of learning environments.

Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day work or a longer-term position, our experienced consultants will work closely with you to find opportunities that match your skills, experience, and career goals.

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

As well as access to a wide range of school-based roles, you'll benefit from ongoing professional development through our CPD Academy, including courses such as:

  • Essential Onboarding in line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education)
  • Acting Professionally to Safeguard Children
  • Promoting Positive Behaviour
  • Autism Awareness
  • And many more accredited training courses

You'll also have access to the myTP app, allowing you to:

  • Manage your availability
  • View and accept work opportunities
  • Access payslips and timesheets
  • Keep track of bookings in one place

Experience we are looking for

Previous school experience is welcomed but not essential. We would also be keen to hear from individuals with experience in roles such as:

  • Sports Coach
  • Youth Worker
  • Children's Entertainer or Party Host
  • Children's Mental Health Support Worker
  • Foster Carer
  • Volunteers within youth organisations, clubs, or community groups (e.g. Scouts, Cubs, Brownies)

At Teaching Personnel, we are passionate about helping people find rewarding roles where they can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people. If you're enthusiastic, adaptable, and looking to gain experience within education, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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