SEN LSA

Teaching Personnel; Guildford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Long-term opportunities

CPD and SEN training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Camberley is seeking a Male SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in the Camberley area. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEN, SEMH and behavioural needs, helping them access the curriculum.

This role offers full-time, long-term work with a pay rate of £92.63–£100 per day depending on experience. You will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to build positive relationships and act as a positive

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN, SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Ability to implement individual support and behaviour strategies.
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Good communication with teachers, SENCO and pastoral teams.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of pupils.
• Willingness to participate in safeguarding and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with additional needs.
• Support students with SEN, SEMH, behavioural and learning needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Support students to access the curriculum and participate in lessons.
• Help students develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team.
• Implement individual support and behaviour strategies.
• Provide reassurance and consistency for students who may struggle in a mainstream classroom.
• Encourage students to overcome barriers and reach their full potential.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Strong communication

Patience and empathy

Calm under pressure

Job description

Male SEN Learning Support Assistant - Camberley

Location: Camberley and Guildford Areas

Position: SEN Learning Support Assistant

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Start Date: ASAP / September 2026

Pay: £92.63 - £100 per day, depending on experience

Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference?

Teaching Personnel are currently looking for a Male SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in the Camberley area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), SEMH and behavioural needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence and independence.

The school is looking for someone who can build strong, positive relationships with students and act as a positive male role model where appropriate.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with additional needs
• Support students with SEN, SEMH, behavioural and learning needs
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement
• Support students to access the curriculum and participate in lessons
• Help students develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team
• Implement individual support and behaviour strategies
• Provide reassurance and consistency for students who may struggle in a mainstream classroom
• Encourage students to overcome barriers and reach their full potential

About You

• Male and passionate about supporting young people
• Patient, calm and empathetic
• Confident managing challenging behaviour
• A strong communicator who can build relationships quickly
• Resilient and consistent in their approach
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Passionate about SEN and helping students succeed
• A positive role model who can encourage and motivate students
• Previous experience working with SEN, SEMH, behaviour, education, youth work, sports coaching or mentoring would be highly beneficial, although transferable experience will also be considered.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates
• Full-time and long-term opportunities
• Dedicated support from your experienced consultant
• Free CPD and SEN training
• Opportunities for permanent positions
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives

If you are a male SEN LSA, Teaching Assistant, youth worker, sports coach or someone with relevant experience looking for a rewarding role in Camberley, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All candidates are subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

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 Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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