Job Description

Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term)

NJC Grade 3: Spine Point 3-4

27.10hrs per week, Term Time Only (38 weeks)

Pro-Rata Salary 15,297 - 15,537

Are you positive, calm, motivational, flexible, creative, and innovative? Do you have a supportive nature, as well as being assertive, confident, and resourceful? Then this could be the role for you!

Under the direction of the SENDCo/Assistant SENDCo the LSA will:

Contribute to the delivery of the provision on support for students with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND) on an individual and small group level. Provide effective, individualised and targeted support for students ensuring that they can access their learning and make progress so that they achieve their potential and improve life opportunities. Provide a motivational and positive role model for others in the support of students identified with SEND.
We provide a comprehensive induction programme and access to training to support the role. The working hours are 08.55 - 15.10 Monday through to Friday.

Please note that this is a fixed-term contract ending in August 2026, with the potential to become permanent thereafter

The role profile and application form can be downloaded from this website. Please return completed forms to

recruitment@imberhorne.co.uk

Closing Date: 9.00am Monday 10th November 2025

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time once we have received sufficient applications.

Safeguarding Statement

Imberhorne School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 15,297.00-15,537.00 per year

Work Location: In person