Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs

Learning Support Assistant – SEN School (Complex Needs)

Chichester | £13.75 / hour (Paid weekly via PAYE) | Start ASAP | Full-time or Part-time | Term Time Only

Contract : Long-term with potential to become permanent

Are you a caring, resilient, and enthusiastic individual looking to support children and young people with complex needs?

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a well-established SEN school in the Chichester area that supports pupils aged 2 to 19 years with a range of complex learning needs. The school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best.

About the Role :

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work closely with students across various age groups and abilities. You will support pupils in the classroom and during intervention activities, helping them to access learning, develop key life skills, and build confidence and independence.

The role may involve one-to-one or small group support, personal care, and implementing behaviour or communication strategies tailored to individual needs.

Pupils May Have :

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)

Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)

Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

Sensory and / or physical disabilities

Complex medical or care needs

Ideal Candidate :

Experience working with children or young people with SEN / complex needs (in education, care, or support roles)

Calm, patient, and empathetic

Comfortable with personal care and manual handling (training provided if needed)

Flexible, reliable, and team-oriented

Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

What Teaching Personnel Offer :

Weekly pay through our PAYE system – no umbrella fees

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Access to a wide range of CPD and training (e.g., Team Teach, Autism Awareness, Moving & Handling)

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

A deeply rewarding position where you’ll make a lasting impact

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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