Secondary Learning Support Assistant - SEN / SEMH, GCSE Experience Essential

Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Pay: £95-£100 per day
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:15am-3:00pm
Setting: Mainstream Secondary School
Contract: Ongoing, temp-to-perm
Accessibility: Accessible by public transport

Experienced in Secondary Education? Make a Difference in the Classroom

Are you confident supporting secondary-aged students and familiar with the GCSE curriculum? Looking for a rewarding opportunity to help young people overcome barriers to learning?

NextGen Teachers are recruiting a Secondary Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Crawley.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in secondary education who is passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You will work alongside teaching staff to help students access the curriculum, develop confidence and achieve their potential in a mainstream classroom environment.

The Role - Secondary Learning Support Assistant

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide targeted support to secondary-aged students, helping them engage with lessons and overcome challenges within the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs across mainstream secondary classrooms.
• Helping students understand lesson content, follow instructions and engage with the GCSE curriculum.
• Providing individual and small-group learning support where required.
• Adapting your approach to meet students' individual academic, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Encouraging positive learning behaviours, participation and confidence.
• Working collaboratively with teachers to support students' progress and classroom engagement.
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and encouraging learning environment.

This role is ideal for someone who understands the demands of secondary education and can confidently support students through their learning.

Who We're Looking For

The school is looking for a reliable, proactive and confident individual who can provide effective support within a secondary classroom.

To be considered, you must have:

• Previous experience supporting secondary-aged students or working with the GCSE curriculum.
• A GCSE in Maths, English or Science, or an equivalent qualification.
• Confidence supporting students with additional academic, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• A patient, adaptable and encouraging approach.

Experience supporting students with SEN or SEMH needs would be highly beneficial.

Previous secondary education experience and a GCSE-level qualification in Maths, English or Science (or equivalent) are essential for this position.

Why Apply?

• Competitive daily pay: £95-£100 per day.
• Consistent working hours: Monday-Friday, 8:15am-3:00pm.
• Mainstream secondary experience: Develop your skills supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Ongoing opportunity: Temp-to-perm contract with the potential to secure a permanent position.
• Accessible location: Based in Crawley, with public transport links.
• Rewarding work: Help young people build confidence, engage with learning and achieve their potential.

Apply Today

If you have experience working with secondary-aged students, understand the GCSE curriculum and are looking for a rewarding Learning Support Assistant role in Crawley, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity and find out more about the secondary education roles available through NextGen Teachers.

Please note: Previous experience supporting secondary-aged students or working with the GCSE curriculum is essential. Applicants must also hold a GCSE in Maths, English or Science, or an equivalent qualification. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of the required compliance checks.

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