Learning Support Assistant

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Learning Support Assistants

Fixed Term Contracts Available to July 2026

Grade 5 (level 3 qualification/experience)

35 hours per week, term time only, to start ASAP

Manor Green College is an inspirational Generic Special School for 212 students aged 11-19 who have Learning Difficulties and other complex Cognitive, Neurodevelopmental, Social & Emotional, Sensory, Physical and Health needs.

We are seeking to appoint Learning Support Assistant to work 35 hours across 5 days a week. The successful candidates will work across the College as required with students who have either Moderate or Severe Learning Difficulties including students on the Autistic spectrum. This could include working as a one to one supporting specific students with medical/behavioural needs and also as part of a whole class team working to support a range of students. Experience of working with students with SEND in either a mainstream or Special School setting would be preferable, but is not essential. For the right candidate, working with our students is a fulfilling and often inspiring role, so if you have an enthusiastic, open minded and highly motivated personality with a positive outlook, a "can do" attitude, and a strong desire to help children succeed, this could be just what you are looking for.

Please look at our social media to see all the exciting opportunities that we offer our students that you can be part of on Facebook and Instagram.

Our school is led by a dedicated Head Teacher and senior leadership team who are supported by a committed Governing Board and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an exciting and creative curriculum and be part of a highly motivated team, which prides itself on its collaborative working practices, and are transforming the lives of our young people.

Manor Green College offers:

• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A range of employee support and wellbeing benefits including access to the WSCC Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), counselling, physio and an exclusive rewards platform.

Further details including an application form and a safer recruitment form are linked to this advert on the West Sussex Schools Service, or contact Samantha Bryant or Isabelle Burton at the College on or e-mail Visits, by prior arrangement, are most welcome.

All applications for this post must be submitted on a fully completed West Sussex LA application form. CV's or non standard application paperwork will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 19th December 2025

Interviews held: TBC

Manor Green College reserves the right to review applications, interview and appoint before the close date so please make sure your applications are sent as soon as possible.

Job Details

Salary: Salary £25,584 - £25,992 Full Time Equivalent (paid on a pro-rata basis)

Actual salary: between £ £13.47 per hour (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract to July 2026

Working Pattern: 35 hours per week, term time only

Location: Manor Green College, Lady Margaret Road, Ifield, Crawley, RH11 0DX

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to:

Experience of working with students with SEND in either a mainstream or Special School setting would be preferable, but is not essential. For the right candidate, working with our students is a fulfilling and often inspiring role, so if you have an enthusiastic, open minded and highly motivated personality with a positive outlook, a "can do" attitude, and a strong desire to help children succeed, this could be just what you are looking for.

Further Information

Manor Green College 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

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.

Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).

Once complete please return this to

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

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

Job Reference: SCHO01353