Learning Support Assistant Full Time - Elm Grove Primary

About Us

Elm Grove Primary School is a popular primary school set in Worthing, West Sussex. We are an ambitious and inclusive primary school with a highly dedicated and motivated staff.

We are seeking to appoint an additional Learning Support Assistant to join our team. Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) are appointed to work within the school as part of a team under the general direction of the Head Teacher. Their deployment will depend on pupil need, pupil numbers, staffing organisation and additional responsibilities as designated by the Senior Leadership Team.

This may entail:

• Working with groups of children;
• Supporting play-based learning;
• Providing 1:1 support in class;
• Supporting emotional regulation, engagement and access to learning.

We are seeking someone who:

• is a dynamic and enthusiastic person;
• has a nurturing, inclusive approach and believes that behaviour is communication;
• will contribute positively to our school team ethos;
• has high expectations and will maintain quality standards of teaching and learning for all children;
• is patient, resilient and able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils;
• is reflective, willing to learn and engage in training.

Experience of working with children with SEND, including supporting emotional regulation, is desirable.

If you are a hardworking person, who loves getting fully involved in all aspects of school life then it might be you we are looking for!

We can offer you:

• A friendly, inclusive community where everyone is known and valued;
• An enthusiastic and hardworking team of staff;
• A safe, secure and supportive environment;
• Motivated children who are keen to learn, within a creative curriculum that promotes and develops responsibility, resilience and excellence;
• Positive relationships that are built on honesty, support, trust and respect;
• An active and supportive governing body;
• Strong community and locality links;
• Parents/carers who are engaged in their children's learning both in and outside of school.

Visits to the school are very warmly welcomed and we would be delighted to meet you and show you around. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact us on or via email

Job Details

Salary: Grade 3

Contract Type: FTC

Working Pattern: 30 hours Term time only

Location: Worthing

Interviews: Wednesday 08/07/26

What You Need to Succeed Main Purpose

To work with teachers to support teaching and learning for individuals or small groups of pupils with specific learning needs and/or other barriers to learning, such as motor skills, social communication, speech and language, emotional well-being, challenging behaviour.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and drive learning both in class and across the school, as directed by the Class Teacher, Phase Leader and Headteacher;
• Implement planned learning activities/teaching programs as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to pupils' responses as appropriate whilst promoting independent learning;
• Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities;
• Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress and behaviour;
• Support the teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress/activities and keep records of the children's development, as required by the school;
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher and in line with school policy;
• Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher;
• Support pupils in their social and emotional well-being, reporting any problems to the teacher, as appropriate;
• Assist the teaching staff with pastoral support and ensure the welfare of children;
• Under the guidance of a teacher, and in line with school policies, share information about pupils with other staff, parents/carers, internal and external agencies, as appropriate;

Further Information

Elm Grove Primary 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.

How to Apply

The application form is attached to this advert and available through the West Sussex Service for Schools website.

If you have any further questions about the post, please do get in touch.

Completed application forms, and a covering letter, should be sent electronically to Laura Wingrove, School Business Manager at by the closing date.

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to contact us.

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

Please do not select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.

The reference number for this role is SCHO02738.