Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Waterlooville is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils aged 10–16 with SEMH in a specialist provision. Full-time, term-time only, with temporary-to-permanent opportunities available.

You will provide in-class and 1:1 support, help manage emotions and behaviour, and work with teachers, SEN staff and external professionals in a highly structured environment. Full training and DBS checked support are provided.

Qualifications

• All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide in‑class and 1:1 support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Support students in managing emotions, behaviour, and engagement with learning
• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual support plans
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals
• Contribute to a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

Job description

September Vacancy – Learning Support Assistant
SEMH Specialist Provision (Ages 10–16)

Location: Waterlooville
Hours: Full-time | Term time only
Temporary-to-permanent opportunities available

A specialist SEMH provision in the Waterlooville area is seeking committed, resilient, and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to join its dedicated team.

This setting supports pupils aged 10–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often alongside additional learning difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, attachment needs, and speech and communication challenges.

Pupils may present with challenging behaviour. The provision offers a highly structured, consistent, and supportive environment focused on emotional regulation, positive relationships, and re‑engagement with education.

• Provide in‑class and 1:1 support for pupils with SEMH needs

• Support students in managing emotions, behaviour, and engagement with learning

• Implement behaviour support strategies and individual support plans

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals

• Contribute to a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

This role is particularly suited to candidates who:

• Have experience supporting children or young people, ideally within an SEMH, behaviour, or alternative provision setting

• Can remain calm, patient, and consistent when supporting challenging behaviour

• Are committed to supporting young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs

• Demonstrate resilience, reliability, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Applicants with transferable experience from behaviour support, youth work, care or residential settings, mental health services, or family support are encouraged to apply. Full training and ongoing professional development will be provided.

• A supportive and collaborative staff team

• A specialist SEMH environment focused on emotional development and positive behaviour

• Ongoing training and professional development, including behaviour management strategies

• Temporary-to-permanent opportunities with long‑term progression potential

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. 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. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.