Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Learning Support Assistant - Supply
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs in a primary setting? A welcoming school in Weymouth is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work part-time on a supply basis from September 2025.
This role is ideal for someone who is nurturing, reliable, and enthusiastic about helping young learners, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN), to thrive in their learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN
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Assist the class teacher in delivering differentiated activities
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Promote engagement, confidence and social interaction among pupils
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Use a calm and consistent approach to manage behaviour positively
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Support the emotional and academic development of pupils
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Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
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Experience working in a primary school or educational setting (paid or voluntary)
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Understanding of SEN, particularly Autism, ADHD, or Speech and Language needs
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Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
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A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
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A child-only enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
As the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel offers:
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Weekly pay on a pro-rata basis via PAYE – no umbrella company fees
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Flexible working that fits around your availability
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Access to a wide range of free CPD training and development courses
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A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your journey
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Opportunities for long-term roles and permanent positions
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£50 bonus for each friend you refer to us
If you're looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of primary-aged pupils, especially those who need that extra bit of support, this is your opportunity.
Apply now to join a supportive school community in Weymouth and start a fulfilling new role with Teaching Personnel this September.
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.
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