Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

CPD to help with your professional dev

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Edwin Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in Portsmouth to work with pupils with SEND in a specialist setting. You will support learners aged 7-16, delivering tailored activities and assisting with learning and behaviour plans, under the supervision of teachers.

The role is full-time 8:30am - 3:30pm, temporary to permanent, with excellent daily rates, pension contributions and CPD opportunities. Join a supportive team focused on inclusive education and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with pupils with SEND
• A passion for working in education
• A caring, patient nature
• Friendly and nurturing qualities
• Comfortable delivering personal care

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups
• Adapt resources to meet a range of needs using visual and sensory strategies
• Support communication development
• Assist with transitions and behaviour management throughout the day

Skills

SEND experience

Caring, patient

Friendly and nurturing

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Role: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Portsmouth

Working Hours: Full-time (8:30am - 3:30pm)
Pay: £20,974

Start Date: November (temp to perm)

About the School & Role:

In this role you will be working as a Learning Support Assistant in a specialist setting, supporting children with moderate learning needs, including autism, in a structured and nurturing environment. The school provides personalised, inclusive education for pupils aged 7-16, with a strong focus on communication, independence and emotional wellbeing. In this role, you will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored learning activities, support pupils on a one-to-one and small group basis, and help implement individual education and behaviour plans. Daily responsibilities include adapting resources to meet a range of needs, using visual and sensory strategies, supporting communication development, and assisting pupils with transitions throughout the day. You will also help manage behaviour in a calm, consistent manner, encourage positive interactions, and provide emotional reassurance, playing a key role in creating a safe and engaging environment where every child can learn and thrive.

What We\'re Looking For:

• Experience of working with pupils with SEND (or transferrable skills)
• A passion for working in education
• A caring, patient nature
• Friendly and nurturing qualities
• Comfortable delivering personal care

What we offer

As a Learning Support Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us:

We are a leading education supply agency dedicated to supporting young learners. As part of The Edwin Group—named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025—we pride ourselves on fostering inclusive, supportive workplaces. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

If you\'re ready to inspire change and help empower young people with unique challenges, apply now!

Join us in shaping a brighter future.