Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (SEN Secondary Schools)

Location: Portsmouth
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Hours: Flexible working – Full-time or Part-time
Start Date: ASAP
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking Learning Support Assistants to work in SEN secondary schools across the Portsmouth area. This is a fantastic opportunity to support young people with additional needs while benefiting from flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle.

The Role:

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on a 1:1 basis or in small groups

• Assist students with learning, emotional regulation, and social development

• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to deliver tailored support

• Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

• Support students with needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties

What We’re Looking For:

• A caring, patient, and resilient attitude

• Experience working with children or young people (SEN experience desirable but not essential)

• A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs

• Ability to work well as part of a team

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What Teaching Personnel Offer:

• Competitive pay of £13.75 per hour

• Flexible working options to suit your availability

• Opportunities to work in a range of SEN secondary settings

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

How to Apply:

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through Teaching Personnel to start your journey in SEN education.

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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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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