Primary Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistant Required for School based in Mid Sussex

Engage Education is working with a secondary school in Mid Sussex recruit a learning support assistant. The school is accessible by public transport and focuses on providing nurturing support for their learners.

Applications for the position are welcome from candidates with a range of experience, although previous experience working with primary age students is an advantage.

This role will be working 1:1 with a range of children with differing needs, including Autism and ADHD.

If you are a future/aspiring teacher, or an experienced SEN teaching assistant this opportunity could be ideal for you. In addition, if you are passionate about working with children or have experience as a Youth Worker or Behaviour Mentor and you are interested in education, please do apply.

This role is to start in September 2026

You will:

• Have experience working with students aged 5-11 or 11-16
• Be confident managing behaviour
• Be able to demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with students
• Have a fun but firm presence
• Have an interest in education

Applications are encouraged from

• Sports coaches
• Youth workers
• Behaviour Mentors
• SEN Teaching Assistants