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Learning Support Assistant

  1. SEMH
  2. West Sussex
Date posted : 28/10/26
  1. Permanent
£21k - 23k per year

Job description

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a highly regarded specialist independent school in the West Hoathly area to recruit a caring, enthusiastic, and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people. Whether you have previous experience working in education, care, youth work, or support services, or you're looking to start a rewarding career in a school setting, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

You'll work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them to access learning, build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

No two days are the same. You'll be part of a supportive team that values creativity, patience, humour, and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.

Working Hours

  • Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:45am - 4:00pm
  • Wednesday: 8:45am - 4:30pm
  • Friday: 8:45am - 3:30pm
  • 45-minute unpaid lunch break

Salary & Benefits

✅ £21,000 - £23,000 per annum
✅ Full salary paid across school holidays and half terms
✅ Ongoing training and professional development
✅ Supportive and welcoming staff team
✅ Opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career
✅ Meaningful work where you can make a genuine impact every day

We're Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has a positive, can-do attitude and enjoys working with young people
  • Is patient, empathetic, and resilient
  • Can build strong relationships with pupils and colleagues
  • Is confident supporting students with a range of additional learning and behavioural needs
  • Works well as part of a team and can use their own initiative
  • Is committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Essential Requirements

  • Able to commit to the role full-time
  • Holds a full UK driving licence
  • Has access to their own vehicle
  • Can reliably travel to the school's rural location
  • Willing to undergo enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks

Why Apply?

This is much more than a classroom support role. It's an opportunity to become a trusted role model, celebrate achievements big and small, and help young people grow in confidence every day. If you're looking for a rewarding position where your work genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant vetting and DBS checks in line with our safer recruitment practices.

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.
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