Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) – Specialist SEN Primary School

Location: Aldershot
Hours: Full-time
Pay: £13.75 per hour

We are delighted to be recruiting Learning Support Assistants to join a warm, nurturing specialist SEN primary school in Aldershot. This setting supports children in the early and primary stages of their education, providing tailored learning for pupils with a range of special educational needs.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting younger children and helping them build strong foundations for learning, communication and emotional development. Applicants from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with full training and ongoing support provided.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting primary-aged pupils to feel safe, confident and engaged in their learning. Working closely with class teachers and specialist staff, you will provide one-to-one and small group support, adapting activities to meet each child’s individual needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils within a specialist SEN primary setting

• Assisting with personalised and play-based learning activities

• Supporting communication, sensory processing and emotional regulation

• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff

• Helping to maintain a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment

About You

We welcome applicants from all walks of life. You may already have experience in an SEN or primary setting, or you may be looking for a rewarding career change where your transferable skills can make a real impact.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have a genuine interest in supporting children with autism, learning difficulties or additional needs

• Are patient, nurturing and adaptable

• Communicate effectively and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team

• Have experience in education, childcare, care work, youth work, health or similar roles (desirable but not essential)

• Are enthusiastic about learning and developing within a specialist SEN environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay of £13.75 per hour

• A supportive, welcoming and inclusive staff team

• A well-resourced specialist SEN primary setting

• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference during a child’s early education

If you are seeking a fulfilling role where your skills, values and commitment can positively shape young lives at a crucial stage of their development, we would love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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