Mental Health Learning Support Assistant

Location: Between Horsham and Billingshurst (Driver essential, rural location)
Position: Learning Support Assistant (Upper Primary)
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm (5:00pm finish on Mondays)
Pay: £127 per day (via agency), temp-to-perm – 12 working weeks
Once perm salary: £26,270
Start Date: September 2025
Interviews: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a difference? Do you have a sporty background or an active interest in sports? We are working with a fantastic all-boys SEMH school, located between Horsham and Billingshurst, who are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their upper primary provision. They are ideally looking for someone who can encourage and assist with physical activities. 

The school supports boys with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and additional learning needs. They are looking for a positive role model – someone who can build strong relationships, encourage participation, and support pupils both emotionally and academically.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent support in and out of class to students aged 9–13.

• Use sport and physical activity as a tool for engagement.

• Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, and learning needs.

• Work closely with teachers and therapists to implement strategies that meet each child’s needs.

• Be a positive role model for the boys. 

Ideal Candidate:

• Sporty, active, or with experience coaching/mentoring young people.

• Calm, patient, and positive in the face of challenges.

• Experience with SEMH or additional needs.

• Committed to a long-term role with the opportunity to go permanent.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a welcoming team and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. This school is phenomenal; the facilities they have for their young boys and staff are unbelievable. 

Important Notice:

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.
At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to protecting the welfare of children and young people, and all applicants must:

• Provide references for pre-employment checks

• Hold a Children’s (or Children’s and Adults) Workforce Enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to obtain one

Pay is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your emails and missed calls. Due to volume, we may not always be able to respond individually if your application is unsuccessful.