Specialist School LSA

Location: Southampton
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm
Start Date: ASAP (subject to vetting)

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistants to work within Special Educational Needs settings in Southampton.

This is a temporary role initially. For the right candidates who settle in well, schools are keen to discuss permanent opportunities.

The Role

• Supporting children with a range of Special Educational Needs

• Working closely with teaching staff to support learning, behaviour, and emotional development

• Providing one-to-one or small group support

• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment

Requirements

• Applicants must be aged 20 or over

• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in any sector

• Prior experience in a school or care setting is beneficial but not essential

• Available to work 5 days per week

• Able to work from 8.30am to 3.30pm

• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

• Willing to complete required safeguarding and vetting checks

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay of £14.30 per hour

• Full-time weekday hours that support a healthy work life balance

• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience

• Potential pathway to a permanent position within the school

If you are caring, reliable, and keen to make a real difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to start as soon as vetting is complete.

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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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