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Learning Support Assistant

United Kingdom, Burgess Hill 93.00 - 95.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted July 08, 2026
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We are seeking empathetic, energetic, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to join an outstanding specialised school community in the East Grinstead area. In this role, you will be supporting unique children and young adults (aged 4-25) who require specialised, attentive care to thrive. You will work alongside a passionate team of educators, therapists, and support staff to make learning accessible, safe, and fun. The student group includes young people navigating: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC); Epilepsy and neurological conditions; Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD); Complex communication and sensory needs. You will assist with daily classroom activities, implement creative learning ideas, and help students develop crucial life and social skills in both indoor and outdoor learning environments.

Job Responsibility

  • supporting unique children and young adults (aged 4-25) who require specialised, attentive care to thrive
  • assist with daily classroom activities
  • implement creative learning ideas
  • help students develop crucial life and social skills in both indoor and outdoor learning environments

Requirements

  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
  • empathy
  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • inclusiveness
  • manual handling
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • resilience
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience

What we offer

  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Referral Bonus
  • Full Training Provided
  • Work-Life Balance: Reliable, consistent daytime hours during term time
  • A Welcoming Team

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