SEN Learning Support Assistant
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Salary: £18,345
Supply Desk are working with a welcoming primary school in Chichester who are looking for an enthusiastic and committed SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their learning, development and wellbeing.
The Role
You will work alongside pupils with a range of additional needs, providing support both 1:1 and within small groups.
The role will involve:
Supporting children with Special Educational Needs
Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
Helping pupils engage with their learning and develop independence
Supporting children with complex needs in a calm and nurturing way
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Supporting pupils with healthcare needs following appropriate training and individual care plans
Assisting with personal care where required
Working closely with teachers and the wider support team
Contributing positively to the wider life of the school
About You
The successful candidate will be:
Calm, patient and nurturing
Resilient and confident supporting children with additional needs
Reliable, punctual and committed
Passionate about helping children achieve their potential
Ideally experienced working with SEN or complex needs
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Interested in Early Years education
Willing to undertake relevant training to support individual pupil needs
Previous experience within a school, SEN setting, nursery or care environment would be advantageous, but transferable experience will also be considered.
What's on Offer?
ASAP start
Full-time, term-time-only position
Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
£18,345 salary
Supportive and welcoming school environment
Ongoing training and professional development
The opportunity to make a real difference to children with additional needs
If you're passionate about SEN support and looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Maria at Supply Desk for more information.
All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding, DBS and reference checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education
