Learning Support

Full-Time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Complex SEN School – New Forest

Are you passionate about supporting young people with complex Special Educational Needs? Do you have experience in SEN settings or a background in medical care? We want to hear from you!

Position: Full-Time Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Southampton (multiple school across the Southampton side of the Forest)
Start Date: January 2026
Age Requirement: 20+

We are working in partnership with a well-established and highly supportive complex SEN school in the New Forest, seeking dedicated LSAs to join their team from January You’ll be working with pupils who have a wide range of additional needs including Autism, ADHD, physical disabilities, and communication difficulties.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience working in SEN environments or a background in medical care

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs

• A valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service – or willingness to apply for one

• Must be aged 20 or over

Desirable:

• A full UK driving licence

What We Offer:

• Long-term, full-time work with the potential for a permanent role

• A chance to join a strong team of professionals in a highly rewarding environment

• Ongoing support and professional development from Teaching Personnel

• If unsuccessful at interview with this school, we will actively seek to place you in a similar setting locally

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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