Full time Contract Temporary

Learning Support Assistant

Teach South
Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 6AW
money-bag £427 - £450 per week
Posted: 29 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Ref: 60524570

About the Role

Teach South is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a primary school in Littlehampton. This full-time, temporary contract runs from September until December, with potential extension. The role pays £427-£450 per week. You will support pupils from Reception to Year 3, working both in a dedicated SEN Centre and mainstream classrooms. Responsibilities include helping children with additional needs access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential. The ideal candidate has experience with children in a school, childcare, or similar setting, or prior SEN experience.

Teach South Sussex are currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Littlehampton from September.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils from Reception to Year 3, working both within the school's dedicated SEN Centre and in mainstream classrooms. You'll play a key role in helping children with additional needs to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential in a supportive and nurturing environment.
The role is full time, starting in September and continuing until December, with a strong possibility of being extended into the new year for the right candidate.
The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience working with children in a school, childcare or similar setting, or previous SEN experience.
  • A patient, caring and positive approach to supporting young learners.
  • The ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
  • Confidence supporting children with a range of additional learning needs.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to work as part of a supportive school team.
What Teach South Sussex can offer:
  • A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Opportunities to work with a range of excellent local schools.
  • Potential for the role to be extended beyond December.
  • A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in children's education.
If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role from September, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Teach South Sussex and take the next step in your education career.

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