Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant Required for Schools based in Chichester

Engage Education is working with a secondary school in Chichester to recruit a learning support assistant. The school is accessible by public transport and focuses on providing nurturing support for their learners.

Applications for the position are welcome from candidates with a range of experience, although previous experience working with primary-age students is an advantage.

This role will be working 1:1 with a range of children with differing needs, including Autism and ADHD.

If you are a future/aspiring teacher, or an experienced SEN teaching assistant, this opportunity could be ideal for you. In addition, if you are passionate about working with children or have experience as a Youth Worker or Behaviour Mentor and you are interested in education, please do apply.

This role is to start in September 2026

You will:

Have experience working with students aged 5-11 or 11-16

Be confident managing behaviour

Be able to demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with students

Have a fun but firm presence

Have an interest in education

Applications are encouraged from

Sports coaches

Youth workers

Behaviour Mentors

SEN Teaching Assistants

Highlights of becoming an Engage Teaching Assistant

Full-time and part-time positions available

Develop your knowledge of the national curriculum

Ideal post for graduates looking to move into a career in teaching

Why choose Engage Education?

We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee

You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!

Referral bonus for each of your friends you refer to us when they work 5 days or more.

How to apply

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