Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Learning Support Assistant (Further Education) - Gosport
Term Time Only. £13.75 per hour. Through Teaching Personnel
Are you passionate about supporting young people in education?
Teaching Personnel are seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join a Further Education provision in Gosport, providing high-quality classroom support to students aged 16–19.
This is a term-time only position with variable hours each day, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic learning environment and is looking to make a real impact on students’ educational journeys.
Role Overview:
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Support students within a classroom or on a 1:1/small group basis
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Assist learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, and other additional needs
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Encourage independence, confidence, and engagement in lessons
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Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure every student receives the support they need
The Ideal Candidate:
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Has experience supporting learners with SEN or additional learning needs
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Demonstrates strong communication and classroom support skills
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Is adaptable, patient, and committed to helping students achieve their goals
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Holds or is willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check
About Teaching Personnel:
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools, colleges, and alternative provisions for over 25 years. We are dedicated to matching talented educators and support staff with roles that make a genuine difference. As part of our team, you’ll have access to:
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A dedicated consultant offering guidance and ongoing support
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Free and discounted training courses to help you develop professionally
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Access to our online portal for timesheets, pay, and career resources
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A network of local and national opportunities across education sectors
What We Offer:
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Competitive hourly rate of £13.75 per hour
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Term-time only - enjoy school holidays off
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Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to support learners in Further Education, we’d love to hear from you.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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