Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Emsworth; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payments

Free training courses (AutismAware, T4

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a proactive and compassionate Teaching Assistant (LSA) to join SEN schools in and around Portsmouth. The role involves supporting pupils with Special Needs in 1:1 and small group settings during term time, helping deliver personalised learning plans and EHCPs.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment and support pupil progress, with training provided and potential for long-term or permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people (education or SEN)
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach to supporting diverse needs
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with strong safeguarding focus

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and emotional support to pupils with Special Needs in 1:1 and small groups
• Support delivery of personalised learning plans and EHCPs
• Encourage pupil engagement by creating a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Work with teachers, therapists and school staff to support pupil progress

Skills

Experience with children

SEN awareness

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Hourly Rate: £14.25
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for long-term or permanent opportunities)

We work with inclusive and welcoming specialist SEN schools in and around Portsmouth, who are looking to appoint a proactive and compassionate Teaching Assistant (LSA) to join their dedicated staff team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

The SEN schools that we work with cater for a mix of Primary and Secondary aged students, with varied needs to include Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs, global delay, mental health needs, and some with physical difficulties.

• Provide academic and emotional support to pupils with Special Needs in both 1:1 and small group settings.
• Support the delivery of personalised learning plans and assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encourage pupil engagement by creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and the wider school team to support individual pupil progress.

• Previous experience working with children or young people (particularly in education or SEN)
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting children with diverse and complex needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a strong resilient nature.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of pupils.
• Willingness to complete relevant training, including SEN-specific CPD.

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.25, paid weekly via PAYE.
• A dedicated consultant offering personalised support throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of free and subsidised training, including Autism Awareness, Team Teach, and Safeguarding.
• Opportunities for long-term placements and professional development within SEN education.

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 C