Special Educational Needs LSA

Teaching Personnel Ltd; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist SEN school in Portsmouth is seeking a proactive Learning Support Assistant to provide support for pupils with special educational needs. Ideal candidates will be passionate about making a difference and comfortable working in diverse settings. Full training will be provided, and various working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Personalized consultant support

Access to free training

Qualifications

• Ideal for individuals passionate about supporting young people with special needs.
• Willingness to complete relevant training, including SEN-specific CPD.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and emotional support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encourage pupil engagement and create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Previous experience with children or young people

Calm and patient approach

Excellent interpersonal skills

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Special Educational Needs

Location: Portsmouth

Hourly Rate: £13.75

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only, full time and part time roles available

Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for long-term or permanent opportunities)

Employer: Teaching Personnel

A welcoming and inclusive specialist SEN school in Portsmouth is looking to appoint a proactive and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. While experience in SEN settings is desirable, full training and support are provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic and emotional support to pupils with SEN in both 1:1 and small group settings.
• Support the delivery of personalised learning plans and assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encourage pupil engagement by creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and the wider school team to support individual pupil progress.
• Deliver personal care and mobility assistance when required, following school protocols.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people (particularly in education or SEN) is beneficial.
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting children with diverse and complex needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of pupils.
• Willingness to complete relevant training, including SEN-specific CPD.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75, paid weekly via PAYE.
• A dedicated consultant offering personalised support throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of free and subsidised training, including Autism Awareness, Team Teach, and Safeguarding.
• Opportunities for long‑term placements and professional development within SEN education.
• Flexible working arrangements and guaranteed work options available.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs 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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