SEN LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - WINCHESTER

Prospero Teaching; Winchester; On-site; GBP 15,911 - 22,661; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accredited CPD

Access to in-house Training & Development Team

Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant

Inclusive school community

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Winchester is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support pupils with a range of learning needs in a nurturing school environment. The role involves assisting in structured lessons, promoting engagement, and providing holistic support tailored to each child. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2/3 qualification in childcare or relevant experience. This is a full-time role with a pay rate starting from £14 per hour.

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Professional references covering the last 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with diverse learning, communication, sensory, and physical needs.
• Assist with structured lessons and therapeutic activities.
• Encourage engagement using specialist facilities.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Empathy

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, health & social care

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching is looking for warm, patient, and committed Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join a caring and nurturing specialist school in Winchester, supporting pupils aged 4-11 with a broad range of learning, communication, and physical needs.

The school offers an exceptional environment designed to help every child thrive. Pupils benefit from high-quality facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, spacious outdoor learning areas, and excellent IT resources that enhance accessibility and engagement.

A strong therapeutic team works on site, providing Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Hydrotherapy, Art Therapy, and Speech and Language Therapy, ensuring each child receives holistic, tailored support.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with diverse learning, communication, sensory, and physical needs
• Assisting with structured lessons, therapeutic activities, and adapted learning tasks
• Helping children develop communication skills, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Encouraging engagement through the use of specialist facilities, including outdoor areas and the hydrotherapy pool
• Promoting wellbeing, safety, and positive participation throughout the school day
• Providing support with mobility, personal care, and independence where required (training provided)
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff to deliver consistent, child-centred care

Contract Details

• Location: Winchester
• Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - SEND
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Working Pattern: 08:50 - 15:20
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Long-term, full-time, with potential for temp-to-perm
• Pay Rate: From £14 per hour

Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced child-barred list DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Professional references covering the last 24 months
• Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, health & social care, or relevant SEND experience

What We Offer

• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, communication strategies, sensory support, and behaviour training
• Access to our specialist in-house Training & Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
• A warm, inclusive school community with excellent facilities and strong staff support

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