Job description
Learning Support Assistant – Bexhill
Location: Bexhill
Salary: £88.92 – £95 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediately
About the School
This school in Bexhill is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils, including those with additional learning needs. The school emphasises pupil well-being, academic progress, and personalised support, ensuring that every child feels valued and encouraged to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to develop strategies for learning, behaviour, and communication, creating a safe and structured environment where pupils can build confidence and achieve their potential.
About the Role
The Learning Support Assistant will provide essential support to pupils across the school, helping them access the curriculum and develop independence. Working closely with class teachers and SEN staff, you will support learning activities, provide 1:1 and small group assistance, and contribute to a positive classroom environment. Your support will have a direct impact on pupils’ progress, engagement, and school experience.
Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs.
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Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons and activities tailored to pupil needs.
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Support pupils’ social, emotional, and communication development.
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Help implement and follow individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress.
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Assist with personal care needs where required, maintaining dignity and sensitivity.
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Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages engagement and confidence.
Qualifications and Skills
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Experience working with children with additional learning needs or SEN.
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Understanding of child development, behaviour management, and communication strategies.
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Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
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Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting pupils.
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Right to work in the UK and willingness to complete all relevant safer recruitment checks.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To Apply
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, a current CV including full employment history and references, and be prepared to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (or provide one registered on the Update Service).
For more information or to apply, please contact jade.cantlie-king@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To be considered for the ‘Learning Support Assistant’ role, please submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.