Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Portsmouth
£13.75 per hour | Term-Time Only | Part-Time or Full-Time
Provided through Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic and supportive Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join friendly and inclusive schools across Portsmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about helping young people thrive in their education.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils to aid their learning and progress.

• Work closely with class teachers to maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Support students with special educational needs (SEN) to engage confidently with the curriculum.

• Encourage student independence, resilience, and participation.

• Assist with general classroom duties and ensure the wellbeing of all pupils.

What We’re Looking For

• Caring, motivated, and patient individuals.

• Experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.

• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude.

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• £13.75 per hour, paid weekly through Teaching Personnel.

• Term-time only role for great work–life balance.

• Flexible part-time or full-time hours.

• Access to training, development, and ongoing support.

• A chance to gain valuable classroom experience and support pupils’ growth.

How to Apply

If you’re committed to making a difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today through Teaching Personnel and begin your journey as a Learning Support Assistant in Portsmouth.

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.
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