Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Specialist Secondary School

Location: Farnham, Hampshire
Hours: Full-time | Term time
Pay: Competitive hourly rate | Temp-to-perm opportunities available

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to learn? A specialist secondary school in Farnham is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their welcoming team. The school works with secondary-aged pupils with emotional and attachment needs, providing a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where they can thrive.

We are keen to hear from experienced Learning Support Assistants, as well as people with relevant experience from childcare, care, youth work, mental health support, or other people-focused roles. You don’t need previous school experience – full support and training will be provided.

What the role involves:

• Supporting pupils in class and one-to-one, helping them engage with learning and routines

• Assisting with social and emotional development and building positive relationships

• Working closely with teachers and the wider team to implement individual support plans

• Helping to maintain a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment

Who we are looking for:

• Experienced LSAs or those with transferable skills from other people-focused roles

• Calm, patient, and empathetic individuals

• People who are enthusiastic about helping young people with emotional and attachment needs

• Reliable, resilient team players who enjoy working collaboratively

Why join us:

• A supportive and friendly team who value collaboration and wellbeing

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people

• Opportunities for training, development, and progression

• Temp-to-perm roles with the potential to move into a longer-term position

Safeguarding:

All applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where your patience, empathy, and skills can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Applications are welcome from candidates with a wide range of relevant backgrounds.

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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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