Teaching Assistant
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Learning Support Assistant – Full Time (After Easter to Summer Term)
Location: Southampton
Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming infant school in Southampton to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant for a full-time role starting after the Easter break and continuing through to the end of the summer term.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing mainstream setting that also benefits from a well-established SEN provision. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos and commitment to supporting every child to achieve their full potential.
The Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils across the early years and Key Stage 1 age range. You will work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to provide tailored support, both within the classroom and in small group or one-to-one settings. The role will involve supporting children with a range of additional needs, helping to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supporting pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development
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Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management
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Providing targeted support for children with special educational needs
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Promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment
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Monitoring and recording pupil progress where required
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Have experience working with children, ideally within a school setting
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Demonstrate a patient, caring, and adaptable approach
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Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
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Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
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Be committed to making a positive impact in the classroom
What We Offer:
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A supportive and collaborative school environment
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Ongoing guidance from your Teaching Personnel consultant
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Opportunities for professional development
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual looking to secure a full-time role in a rewarding school setting, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with Teaching Personnel to take the next step in your education career.
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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