Learning Support Assistants - Flexible Hours in Horsham

Job Description 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 behaviour, autism, ADHD, trauma or additional needs would be particularly relevant.
Just as importantly, you'll need to be someone who can build trust without taking difficult behaviour personally. What you'll need

Experience working with children, teenagers or vulnerable young people
A calm and consistent approach
Good communication skills
The confidence to manage challenging situations appropriately
A genuine interest in helping young people succeed
The ability to work well as part of a school team
You will need to complete the relevant safeguarding and compliance checks required to work in an education setting. Why this role?
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people who need a little more time, patience and understanding.
You'll be joining a specialist environment where staff have the opportunity to make a very visible difference to a pupil's day — and often to their longer-term relationship with education.
Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex Role: Learning Support Assistant / SEMH Teaching Assistant Age group: Secondary Setting: Specialist SEMH / Alternative Provision Start: ASAP / subject to compliance
If you're interested, apply with your CV and we'll contact you to talk through the role, the school environment and whether it feels like the right fit for you.
Safer Recruitment:
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to our safer recruitment procedures, including identity and right-to-work checks, an enhanced DBS check, barred list checks where applicable, satisfactory references and a full employment history review. Any gaps in employment will need to be explained as part of the registration process. All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of these checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
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