SEND Learning Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them achieve their full potential? We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistants to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Burgess Hill. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs through a combination of 1:1 support and small group interventions, helping them thrive both academically and socially. Whether you have previous school-based experience or transferable skills from care, youth work, childcare, or support work, we would love to hear from you. As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and other support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with additional educational needs. You will play a key role in helping children build confidence, develop independence, and engage positively in their learning journey.

Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEND; Delivering targeted small group interventions; Supporting children with social, emotional, and communication needs; Assisting pupils with classroom activities and learning tasks; Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils; Promoting inclusion and encouraging participation in all aspects of school life; Supporting behaviour management strategies where required; Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff; Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment

Requirements

A caring, patient, and empathetic approach; Strong communication and teamwork skills; A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs; Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff; Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Nice to have

Previous experience working in a school environment; Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or other SEND requirements; Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or SEND; Knowledge of positive behaviour support strategies

Benefits

A supportive and welcoming school community; Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives; Ongoing training and professional development; Dedicated support from school leadership and SEND teams; Rewarding and varied daily experiences; Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities