Job description
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)– SEN Primary
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: £90 – £110 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you ready to be a vital part of a child’s learning journey in a nurturing SEN setting?
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming and inclusive SEN Primary school in Eastbourne. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of pupils who require additional educational support.
Role Overview:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in helping student’s with special educational needs engage with their learning. You’ll assist the class teacher in creating a supportive and effective learning environment tailored to individual needs.
Responsibilities for the Learning Support Assistant:
- Support students with SEN across a range of activities and learning tasks.
- Foster an inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation.
- Provide one-to-one or small group support where required.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to track progress.
- Promote a calm, safe, and encouraging learning space.
Requirements for the LSA:
- Prior experience working with SEN pupils is highly advantageous.
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting learning.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a school team.
- Relevant qualifications or a willingness to undertake professional development.
- Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates based on your experience.
- A dedicated consultant providing local and ongoing support.
- Opportunities for training and long-term career development.
- A professional, ethical approach to recruitment and school placements.
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.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
To apply for the Learning Support Assistant (LSA) role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our dedicated consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.