Learning Support Assistant

Supply Desk; Milford on Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs at a primary school in Lymington. The role includes providing group support, facilitating access to a holistic curriculum, and promoting social connections among pupils. Ideal candidates should have experience working with children and possess strong communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing professional development and training

Supportive, experienced consultants

Flexible working options

Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £150

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with trauma and special educational needs.
• Interest in holistic and specialist curriculum.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the area of SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide group support for children with SEMH and SEND needs.
• Facilitate tailored communication strategies.
• Promote a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children in an educational or early years setting

Strong communication skills

Creative, caring, and flexible approach

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Clients: Lymington Primary School

Location: Lymington

Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (with the potential to become permanent)

Pay: £82 - £100 per day

Start Date: January 2026

Are you committed to supporting children with additional needs? Are you familiar with a holistic and nurturing curriculum especially adapted for those with trauma and SEMH needs?

A welcoming, high‑achieving Primary school in the New Forest area is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs throughout KS1. The school supports children with SEMH needs by following a specialist curriculum within an Additional Needs Provision, in which you would have training and support in to deliver key activities to those children who need some extra support.

About the School

This inclusive and nurturing Primary school is deeply committed to supporting every child to thrive, particularly those with additional needs. With a high proportion of pupils with SEND and SEMH, the school places a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing and social development as the foundation for learning. Staff build meaningful relationships with pupils, understanding that connection and trust must come before academic progress. The school maintains high expectations for all children and supports this through collaborative teaching, play‑based learning, and thoughtful behaviour support, the school fosters resilience, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

The Role

• Provide group support for those children with SEMH and SEND needs
• Facilitate access to the curriculum through tailored communication strategies
• Encourage confidence, independence, and strong social connections
• Be willing to go the extra mile and support children at lunch and break times too
• Encourage all pupils to be curious, inclusive and supportive of similarities and differences
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure consistent, effective support
• Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in an educational or early year setting
• A desire to support children with trauma, mental health and other special educational needs
• An interest in working with a holistic and specialist curriculum
• A genuine willingness to learn and grow in this area
• Strong communication skills and a creative, caring, flexible approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Why Work with Supply Desk

• Competitive daily pay
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive, experienced consultants
• Flexible working options
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme - earn up to £150

To apply, please submit your CV

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject jões enhanced DBS check and must meet all Safer Recruitment requirements.

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