Learning Support Assistant

SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location: Portsmouth - Cosham
Pay: £14.20 per hour
Contract: Term-time only - full time and part time available
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a compassionate and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to work within a supportive specialist SEN school in the Portsmouth (Cosham) area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

About the Role

As an SEN LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils

• Assisting teachers with adapting learning activities and resources

• Supporting students’ social, emotional, and behavioural development

• Encouraging and reinforcing positive behaviour strategies

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and wider school staff

• Supporting personalised learning plans to help pupils reach their full potential

About You

• Experience working in an SEN setting is desirable but not essential

• A patient, empathetic, and understanding approach

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Flexible and proactive when supporting diverse needs

• A genuine passion for helping young people thrive

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a wide range of roles in supportive SEN schools

• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated education consultant

• Competitive pay of £14.20 per hour

• Term-time only work for excellent work–life balance

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

• A chance to make a real, meaningful difference every day

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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