Learning Support Assistant

Job introduction

Learning Support Assistant for 24 hours per week required to start asap to work within the school to support students with additional needs. Mainly based in the classroom, and working with small groups of students to support their individual and collective development, both academically and in their general wellbeing. The successful candidates will support the SENCO and SEND department to help improve student outcomes and raise standards.

The SEND department comprises of 5 dedicated Learning Support Assistants. There are numerous opportunities for CPD, including training from Educational Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and many other professionals. We believe it is imperative to upskill and support our staff, therefore any training opportunities are encouraged. Admin time is allocated on timetables to complete tasks, training and plan for enrichment groups.

Work pattern: 8.30am to 3.30pm. 6 hours a day / 24 hours per week plus an unpaid lunch break - equivalent to 4 days a week, work pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Paid weeks per year: 46 weeks for less than 5 years service (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: As soon as possible

About the role

For full details and an application form can be download directly from our website: https://www.kgaringmer.uk/vacancies/support-staff-vacancies or contact Amanda French on either 01273 815460 or amanda.french@kingsacademies.uk quoting job reference P/504. We offer a first class working environment with supportive colleagues and opportunities for career development.

We advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Closing date: Thursday 18 September 2025 at 8.30am

Interview date: Wednesday 24 September 2025

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office:

Telephone: 01273 815460

Website: https://www.kgaringmer.uk/

Additional information

All posts within our Multi Academy trust are exempt for the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all applicants will be required to declare spent and unspent convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent and complete an Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

King’s Academy Ringmer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.