Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Full Time
Southampton
£14.20
Term Time Only | 8:45am – 3:30pm

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a full-time role within supportive and specialist SEN environments?

We are a dedicated SEN team working closely with schools across Southampton that cater for children with additional needs. We are seeking committed, full-time LSAs who ideally have experience working within education and are passionate about making a real difference.

The Role:

Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on a 1:1 or small group basis
Assisting with tailored learning activities and adapted curriculum delivery
Supporting social, emotional, and behavioural development
Working collaboratively with teaching staff and SENCOs

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working within education (school-based experience preferred)
A strong understanding of additional needs such as ASC, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language needs
Patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach
Full-time availability (term time only)

What We Offer:

£14.20 per hour
Term-time only work (excellent work-life balance)
Typical school hours (8:45am – 3:30pm)
Ongoing support from our specialist SEN team
Opportunity to transition onto a direct school contract if successful

You will initially work through Teaching Personnel, with the opportunity to move onto the school’s permanent contract following a successful placement.

If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs and ready for a rewarding full-time opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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