Learning Support Assistant – Full-Time Role (Primary)
Location: Durrington Area
Start Date: ASAP or September Start
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Are you passionate about helping children thrive in a supportive, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment? We are working with a large, welcoming primary school in the Durrington area that is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, empathetic, and ready to make a real difference in the lives of children who require additional support with their learning.
About the School:
This well-established school caters to children aged 3–11 and includes a nursery class as well as a dedicated Special Support Centre. The school places high value on understanding and responding to the individual needs of its pupils and families. Through a warm, encouraging environment, children are supported to achieve their full potential both academically and socially. Strong relationships with parents and carers are at the heart of the school's approach, promoting high standards of learning, behaviour, and respect.
The school offers:
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Extensive outdoor space for sports and creative outdoor learning
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Specialist teaching spaces for computing, music, art, nurture, and supported learning
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A broad and creative curriculum delivered by passionate educators
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A wide variety of extra-curricular clubs to support holistic development
About the Role – What You'll Be Doing:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils who may need help with accessing the curriculum, building confidence, or developing social and communication skills. You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised strategies and provide consistent encouragement, helping pupils reach their full potential.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including those with EHCPs and social communication difficulties
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Encouraging independence, motivation, and resilience in learning
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Assisting with the implementation of personalised learning plans
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Helping to create a calm, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
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Supporting pupils with transitions throughout the day and across learning tasks
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Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
This role may involve working within the school’s Special Support Centre, as well as in mainstream classroom settings.
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience supporting children with SEN or additional learning needs (essential)
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A caring, patient, and adaptable approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Passion for inclusive education and child development
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel:
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Competitive weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE
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A dedicated consultant to guide and support you through your role
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FREE access to professional development courses and SEN training
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myTP portal access to manage your work schedule, timesheets, and job alerts
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£50 referral bonus for every educator you refer to us
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Opportunities to work across a range of school settings to gain valuable experience
Ready to Join a Supportive, Inspiring School?
If you're looking for a rewarding role in education where you can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now through Teaching Personnel to begin your next chapter as a Learning Support Assistant in the Durrington area.
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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.
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