Forest School & Duke of Edinburgh Learning Support Assistant - West Sussex
Contract type: Full time
Closing date: 31 Aug 2025 11:00 PM
Position: Forest School & Duke of Edinburgh Learning Support Assistant at Muntham House School
EXCEPTIONAL Children, EXCEPTIONAL Opportunities, EXCEPTIONAL Environment, and an EXCEPTIONAL Staff Team
Starting salary: £24,790 + SSA £1,480
Start date: September 2025
We are seeking an energetic, active, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work within our Secondary school. This role involves supporting Forestry school lessons and participating in Duke Of Edinburgh award activities, including off-site residentials involving hiking and mountain biking. Candidates should have experience working with SEMH and neurodiverse children through work or organized sports/social activities. A love of sport and outdoor activities is desirable.
The staff team at Muntham House School is friendly, supportive, and dedicated to achieving outstanding outcomes for pupils. The school features state-of-the-art facilities and is well resourced with modern technology to facilitate effective teaching and learning. The school's values are Safe, Caring, and Happy, guiding all we do.
Muntham House School is an outstanding residential and day SEN school for boys aged 5-18 with Autism or other SEN. The school is recognized nationally for innovative practices in SEN. An extensive training and induction program, including 21 professional INSET days annually, is provided for staff.
Application details and packs are available on the school website or at the school office.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff will undergo rigorous recruitment checks. Muntham House School values diversity and is an exempt employer under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975). An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for all employees.
Note: The closing date is 31st August. The school is closed from 18th July to 1st September.
Muntham House School is a founder member of NASS.
Address: Barns Green, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 0NJ
Registration and charity details: DCSF No. 938/7003, Charity No. 1105085, Registered Company No. 5063879
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