About Cornfield School:
At Cornfield School, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, no matter the challenges they face. Following the success of our recent Ofsted inspection and as our school continues to grow and evolve, we are looking to appoint dedicated and passionate professionals to join our team.
Located in the heart of Littlehampton, our school provides a nurturing, structured and inspiring environment for boys aged 8–16 with social, emotional and behavioural needs. We are committed to recognising each student’s strengths, meeting them where they are, and supporting them to achieve more than they believed possible.
Our staff play a vital role in creating a culture of high expectations, encouragement and care. Together, we build confidence, resilience and essential life skills, helping our students grow academically, personally and socially so they can thrive in school and beyond.
Joining Cornfield School means becoming part of a supportive team that is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people every day.
The Role:
The role of our Learning Support Assistant is vital in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will provide tailored support both in and out of the classroom, helping to build students’ confidence, engagement, and independence. This role requires patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to supporting boys with social, emotional and behavioural needs, creating a safe and positive environment where every student feels valued and able to succeed.
It is important to be able to maintain a level of calm and have excellent communication skills with both adults and young people. It is essential to have good organisational skills, the ability to multitask and act as a role model for students.
The ideal applicant will have recent experience of working with children with SEN, however experience in Social, Emotional and Communication Difficulties would be advantageous.
- Full Time
- NJC Grade 5
- Term Time + Inset Days - 34.75 hours pw
A full job description and person specification can be provided on request and an application form will need to be completed to apply for this position. Please contact HR on [email protected] for any questions.
Job Type: Full-time
Application question(s):
- Are you able to work confidently with students with specific SEN needs?
- Do you have experience of working with students with SEMH and challenging behaviour?
Work Location: In person
