Learning Support Assistant – SEN Primary School

Location: Portsmouth
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: 5 days per week or flexible working
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist SEN primary school in the Portsmouth area.

The school supports children with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their potential.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils both 1:1 and in small groups. You will help children engage with their learning, develop their confidence and independence, manage emotional and behavioural challenges, and build positive relationships.

This is a rewarding role where every day is different, and your patience, consistency and positive approach can have a genuine impact on a child's development.

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Caring, patient and compassionate

• Resilient and confident supporting children with complex needs

• Calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour

• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

• Passionate about supporting children and helping them succeed

• Reliable, professional and able to work well as part of a team

Previous experience within SEN, SEMH, education, care, youth work or support work is highly desirable. However, candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude are also encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

• £14.25 per hour

• ASAP start

• Full-time opportunities, 5 days per week

• Flexible working options available

• Dedicated support from your Teaching Personnel consultant

• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in specialist SEN education

• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference

If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and want to work in a supportive specialist school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to find out more.

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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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