Learning Support Assistant – SEMH School in Worthing

Worthing, West Sussex

Start: ASAP
Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Pay: Competitive daily rate
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only)

We are currently recruiting a calm, patient, and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in the Worthing area. This role involves providing 1:2:1 support for a 15-year-old girl, helping her to engage with learning and manage social, emotional, and behavioural needs within a structured and supportive environment.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide consistent, individualised support. You will play a key role in helping the student feel safe, regulated, and supported throughout the school day, adapting your approach to meet her emotional and learning needs.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs
Confidence providing 1:2:1 support
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Resilience and the ability to remain composed in challenging situations

What the Role Offers:

A full-time temporary opportunity (term time only)
Learning Support Assistant role providing 1:2:1 support
Specialist SEMH school setting in Worthing
Supportive and collaborative staff team
A highly rewarding role making a meaningful impact on a young person’s education and wellbeing

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and feel this role would suit you, we would love to hear from you.

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. All applicants must:

Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks
Hold an enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) update service, or be willing to obtain one

Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.