Inclusive Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Inclusive Learning Support Assistant – Crowborough

Full-time | Term-time only

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to start or develop a career in specialist education?

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced support staff to join a specialist school supporting young people with complex learning needs.

Located in Crowborough, this school provides a calm, structured, and supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.

All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and present with a range of needs, including:

Moderate to profound learning difficulties

Autism and associated communication needs

Speech, language and communication difficulties

Social, emotional and behavioural needs (SEMH)

Sensory needs (hearing and visual impairments)

Physical disabilities

Specific learning difficulties

The school uses a personalised, therapeutic approach to learning, with small class sizes and strong pastoral support to help every pupil thrive.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs

Support small group learning and targeted interventions

Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and staying engaged

Promote independence, communication, and emotional regulation

Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and therapists

Help create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

This role offers excellent experience for those considering careers in teaching, psychology, or specialist education.

About You

We are looking for individuals who:

Have experience supporting children or young people (education, care, youth work, or similar)

Are confident working with pupils with additional needs or challenging behaviour (desirable)

Can build positive, trusting relationships with pupils

Have a calm, consistent, and supportive approach

Are positive, patient, and resilient

We particularly welcome applications from:

Graduates (especially Psychology) | Youth Workers | Behaviour Mentors | SEN Support Workers

Previous experience in schools is not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Why choose Engage Education?

Paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)

Free CPD sessions to develop your skills and knowledge

Dedicated support from your own consultant

Referral scheme offering a £50 Amazon voucher when referred co...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Crowborough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English