Learning Support Assistant – Term‑time role in South East England

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Learning Support Assistant to join a vibrant 11‑18 school in South East England. Working term‑time only, you will help students with special educational needs (SEND) to fully engage in classroom and extracurricular activities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Learning – SEND and subject teachers in delivering tailored learning programmes.
• Provide one‑to‑one or small‑group support, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Offer personal care such as mobility assistance and toileting for students with disabilities.
• Accompany students on out‑of‑school trips and support them during access tests as a reader/scribe.
• Collaborate with educational psychologists, speech‑language therapists, occupational therapists and physiotherapists.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Required profile

• Enthusiasm for learning and helping students become independent.
• C grade or higher in GCSE English, Mathematics and Science (or equivalent).
• Basic ICT competence to enhance student learning.
• Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to seek advice when needed.
• Commitment to professional development.

Required skills

• ICT

What we offer

• Competitive salary with Crawley weighting (£25,584‑£25,992 pro‑rata).
• Term‑time only schedule for a healthy work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for training and professional growth.
• Supportive, dynamic educational environment.