Teaching Assistant

A well-regarded primary school in the Waterlooville area is currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025, supporting pupils across the wider primary age range.

The school is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their best. This role will involve working with pupils both in small groups and on a 1:1 basis, providing academic and social-emotional support as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teaching and learning across a range of primary year groups
• Deliver interventions and tailored support to individuals and small groups
• Assist pupils with emotional and behavioural needs to help remove barriers to learning
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and support staff

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold relevant qualifications and have strong literacy/numeracy skills
• Have experience as a Learning Support Assistant (or in a similar role)
• Be adaptable, reliable, and confident in working across different age groups
• Understand the varying needs of primary-aged children
• Be calm, empathetic, and committed to supporting inclusive education
• Have a positive mindset and a proactive, “can-do” approach

 In return, the school offers:

• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Engaged, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
• A school recently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (April 2024)
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant school community

If you are passionate about supporting primary-aged pupils and want to make a difference every day, this is a fantastic opportunity.

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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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