Learning Support Assistant

 Learning Support Assistant – SEN Schools (Southampton)

Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Pay: £13.75 per hour

Contract: Term-time only

Employer: Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Teaching Personnel are seeking caring, patient, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work in a range of SEN schools across the Southampton area.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with a variety of additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. You will work closely with class teachers and other support staff to create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist in implementing personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies.
• Encourage and motivate students to reach their potential both academically and personally.
• Support with daily classroom activities and promote independence.
• Contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people (education, youth work, or care settings).
• A compassionate and resilient attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A current enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75, paid weekly.
• Term-time only - enjoy the school holidays off!
• Access to ongoing professional development and training courses.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

Opportunities to work in a variety of supportive SEN school environments.

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and want to join the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, we would love to hear from you.

 Apply today by sending your CV to Teaching Personnel, or contact your local Southampton branch for more information.

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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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