Learning Support Assistant – SEN (Part-Time)
Bournemouth | September 2025 Start | Primary & Secondary | Term-Time
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs? An exciting opportunity has opened for a Learning Support Assistant to work across a group of specialist schools and colleges in Bournemouth, supporting students aged 3 to 19.
This is a part-time role starting in September 2025, with the flexibility to begin earlier and the option to work full-time if preferred. Hours are 8:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.
Inspiring, Inclusive Learning Environments
Across these well-respected settings, each school is known for its nurturing approach to education and its strong focus on individual progress and wellbeing.
Whether supporting early years, primary or secondary learners, you will join a team committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.
These schools are celebrated for their inclusive ethos, highly trained staff, and creative, learner-centred environments. Each setting has a well-developed curriculum that balances academic development with social and life skills, giving every pupil the tools to grow in confidence, independence and resilience.
With dedicated staff teams and outstanding resources, these schools make a real difference in the lives of learners with a wide range of needs, including autism, physical disabilities, complex learning difficulties and sensory impairments.
Your Role as a Learning Support Assistant
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on a one-to-one or small group basis, providing academic, emotional and behavioural support.
You will help implement individual education plans and play an important role in supporting the communication, interaction and development of each student.
Your presence will offer consistency, encouragement and a calm, positive influence throughout the school day. You will be part of a skilled, compassionate team working in partnership with teachers, therapists and families.
Why Work with Teaching Personnel
Working with Teaching Personnel means you’ll have access to expert advice, ongoing training and the flexibility to work in settings that suit your experience and goals.
You will benefit from weekly pay via PAYE with no hidden agency fees. You will also have the opportunity to build valuable experience in outstanding SEN and alternative provision environments, while being supported by a dedicated consultant who understands your career aspirations.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to play a meaningful part in shaping the future of young people with special educational needs in Bournemouth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to start your journey as a valued Learning Support Assistant.
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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