Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – SEN Schools (Ad Hoc) | Southampton
£13.75 per hour | Supply / Flexible Work | Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Teaching Personnel is looking for dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our team and support a range of SEN schools across Southampton on an ad hoc, flexible basis.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with a variety of additional needs.

• Help create a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.

• Work closely with teachers and support staff to promote positive learning outcomes.

• Assist with behaviour support, communication, and personalised interventions.

• Adapt to different school settings, age groups and needs depending on daily assignments.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience is desirable but not essential).

• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach.

• A genuine desire to support pupils with SEND.

• Flexibility and reliability for ad hoc bookings.

• A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through us).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75.

• Flexible working to suit your schedule.

• Access to free training and development courses.

• Support from a dedicated consultant.

• Opportunities to build long-term relationships with local SEN schools.

Interested?
Apply today to join Teaching Personnel’s supportive, passionate team and start making an impact in Southampton’s SEN classrooms.

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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