Learning Support Assistant
The Eastbourne Academy, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 9RQ13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
July 2026
Closing date
4 June 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
22 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 29 hours per week,
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,316 - £26,378
Actual salary
- £17,142 - £17,862
Pay scale
- Swale Academies Support Staff Pay Scale (SAT B)
What skills and experience we're looking for
At The Eastbourne Academy, we are dedicated to nurturing students to reach their full potential.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting and supporting the school with students' day-to-day requirements, enabling their access to the curriculum and ensuring they receive an education that fosters future growth.
Our school is highly regarded for its inclusive approach to all students with special educational needs, and we welcome applications from candidates who are passionate about upholding and advancing this ethos.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
What the school offers its staff
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
Join us to benefit from:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Access to training and development
- On-site Parking
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
Cycle to Work scheme
Flexible working opportunities
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Further information about the job
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Chelsea Elsbury, SENDCo at chelsea.elsbury@swale.at.
Applications should be made by submitting a SAT Application Form to lisa.wood@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
The Eastbourne Academy reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
The Eastbourne Academy may undertake online searches of any candidates as part of the Shortlisting Process.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Eastbourne Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 800 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Eastbourne Academy website
- Email address
- lisa.wood@swale.at
At The Eastbourne Academy, our vision is to create an exceptional, inclusive and nurturing learning organisation that fosters academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and student well-being.
We are dedicated to inspiring Curiosity, Ambition, Respect, and Engagement, ensuring each student reaches their full potential and is prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through outstanding evidence-informed teaching, personalised learning, and our unwavering commitment to cultural capital and social responsibility, we strive to make our students, parents, and the wider community proud to be a part of our exceptional academy.
Arranging a visit to The Eastbourne Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lisa.wood@swale.at.
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