Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – SEMH Secondary School

Littlehampton, West Sussex

We're recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist SEMH provision in Littlehampton , supporting secondary-aged pupils who need a more individualised approach to education.

This is a real, current vacancy within a small specialist setting where relationships, consistency and the ability to stay calm matter just as much as classroom experience.

You'll be working with young people who may have found mainstream education difficult and can present with social, emotional and mental health needs, challenging behaviour, anxiety, disengagement or difficulties regulating their emotions .

The role is about much more than sitting next to a pupil in a lesson. You'll help young people re-engage with learning, manage difficult moments, build confidence and make positive choices throughout the school day.

The role As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Support secondary-aged pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis

Help pupils access lessons and remain engaged with learning

Build positive, professional relationships with young people

Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour

Use calm, consistent approaches when situations become challenging

Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff and other support professionals

Help create a safe, structured and positive learning environment

Support pupils both academically and pastorally

Who would suit this role? We're looking for someone who is patient, resilient, approachable and confident working with teenagers .

Previous experience in a school is useful, but it isn't the only background we'll consider.

You may already be working as a:

Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant

Pastoral Support Worker

Youth Worker

Residential Support Worker

Support Worker

Mentor

Experience supporting young people with SEMH, SEN, challenging be...