Learning Support Assistant

 Learning Support Assistant – SEN Schools (Ad Hoc) | Portsmouth
£13.75 per hour | Supply / Flexible Work | Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is seeking caring, committed and flexible Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to support a variety of SEN schools across Portsmouth on an ad hoc, flexible basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs while maintaining control over your schedule.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with a range of additional needs.

• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

• Work closely with teachers and support teams to promote positive learning outcomes.

• Assist with behaviour support, communication and personalised interventions.

• Adapt to different school environments, age groups and needs depending on daily assignments.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people (school experience is beneficial but not essential).

• A patient, calm and resilient approach.

• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with SEND.

• Flexibility and reliability for ad hoc bookings.

• A DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75.

• Work that fits around your availability.

• Free access to training and development opportunities.

• Support from a dedicated consultant.

• Opportunities to build strong relationships with Portsmouth SEN schools.

Interested?
Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and help support the learning and development of children across Portsmouth’s SEN schools.

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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