Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (SEMH) – Permanent Role – Andover

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist school in Andover on a permanent basis

Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Location: Andover
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and resilient Learning Support Assistant to support pupils aged 4–11 years with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You will play a key role in helping pupils develop confidence, regulate emotions, engage in learning, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 4–11 with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist in delivering engaging learning activities tailored to individual needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support the implementation of behaviour management and intervention strategies.
• Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff and external professionals.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working with children with SEMH needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Is calm, patient and resilient when managing complex behaviours.
• Possesses excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people.
• Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Training & Development

• FREE PRICE (Protecting Rights in a Caring Environment) training
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and experienced staff team.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Permanent opportunity with a respected specialist setting.
• Competitive hourly rate of £14.25 per hour.
• Access to professional development and specialist training.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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