Learning Support Assistant

Full-Time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Specialist Education Settings 

£14.75 per hour

Looking for a rewarding full-time role where you can make a genuine difference to young people who need support the most?

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for full-time Learning Support Assistants across a group of specialist education settings with sites located in:

• Fawley
• Dibden
• Totton
• Ower

The school supports children and young people aged 7–16 with a range of severe and complex needs arising from:

• Life trauma
• Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
• Attachment disorder
• Phobias linked to education

These settings provide a highly supportive and nurturing environment, with small class sizes of no more than 4 students per class. Every class is supported by a Teacher alongside either an LSA or pastoral support staff at all times, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships and provide consistent support to each student.

The Role:

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday
• Working hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm
• Supporting students both academically and emotionally
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Helping students regulate emotions, engage with learning and develop confidence
• Working as part of a close-knit and supportive team

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous SEN, SEMH or behaviour support experience is highly desirable
• Experience in education, care, youth work or support settings welcomed
• Calm, resilient and patient individuals
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Full-time availability

Whether you are experienced within specialist education or looking to take the next step from a care or support background, this is an excellent opportunity to join a setting where your support can truly change lives.

These opportunities are offered through Teaching Personnel.

Apply today to discuss which location may suit you best.

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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