Teaching Assistant

Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Short-term until Christmas 2026
Salary: £88–£100 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Horsham Area

We are currently seeking a caring, patient, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil at a welcoming school in the Horsham area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and supporting children to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide tailored support, encourage engagement, and help the pupil develop both academically and socially.

The position is available for an immediate start and will run until Christmas 2026.

The school provides a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child receives the individual attention and encouragement they need to succeed. The school places a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, positive relationships, and creating an environment where all learners can thrive.

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil with classroom activities, learning tasks, and lesson objectives.
• Adapt support to meet the pupil''s individual learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.
• Help the pupil remain engaged and motivated during lessons.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
• Support the pupil''s social, emotional, and academic development.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience providing 1:1 support is advantageous.
• A patient, caring, and understanding approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

• Immediate start available.
• Short-term position until Christmas 2026.
• Competitive daily pay of £88–£100, dependent on experience.
• Full-time, Monday to Friday opportunity.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to a pupil''s educational journey.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance.