Jobs, fresher vacancy - Learning Support Assistant • East Sussex

Company: GSL Education

East Sussex

Learning Support Assistant – BexhillLocation: Bexhill Contract Type: Full-Time Start Date: Immediately Salary: £88.92 - £95 per day [Depending on experience]About the School This Bexhill school provides a welcoming and inclusive learning environment, supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs. The school focuses on personal development, academic progress, and emotional well-being, ensuring every child receives tailored support to reach their potential. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where pupils feel understood, valued, and encouraged to thrive.About the Role We are looking for a reliable and proactive Learning Support Assistant to join the school team immediately. The role involves providing targeted support to pupils, helping them engage in lessons, develop key skills, and achieve their personal learning goals. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys making a tangible difference to children’s education and well-being.Responsibilities Provide individual and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs. Assist teachers in delivering differentiated lessons and activities to meet each pupil’s learning objectives. Support pupils with personal care when required, maintaining dignity and respect. Encourage positive behaviour, social skills, and independence in classroom and playground settings. Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to provide consistent support across the school day. Maintain accurate records and contribute to pupil support plans and progress monitoring. Qualifications and Experience Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs or SEN is highly desirable. Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management, and inclusive teaching strategies. Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3, Health and Social Care, or Education Support are advantageous. Must have the right to work in the UK and hold, or be willing to apply for, an Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service. 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 To work with GSL Education as a Learning Support Assistant, you must have the right to work in the UK, provide a full CV with references, and hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS certificate.For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Learning Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Alternatively, contact the relevant GSL Education consultant directly for a confidential discussion.