SEN Learning Support Assistant
Job description
An SEN Learning Support Assistant does not just help students with their lessons – they build confidence, foster independence, and stand alongside young people who need it most. Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate LSAs across Burgess Hill and East Grinstead for September 2026.
Small moments of connection and consistency can have an enormous impact. If you have the patience, warmth, and dedication to provide that for a child every single day, we want to hear from you.
WHAT THE ROLE INVOLVES
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support to students with special educational needs
- Facilitating group interventions focused on learning and social skills
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Assisting with classroom adaptations and accessibility needs
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Previous experience in SEN, education, childcare, or support roles preferred
- Calm, patient, and resilient in approach
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with children who need additional support
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
- Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
- Specialist SEN training opportunities
- Local placements in Burgess Hill and East Grinstead
- Ongoing consultant support and guidance
Make a lasting impact in SEN education – apply today.
To apply or find out more, contact Teaching Personnel today.
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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