Teaching Assistant New

Location: Swaythling, Southampton
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Contract: Long-Term Opportunities

Teaching Personnel is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a friendly primary school in Swaythling, Southampton.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing classroom support alongside dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You'll play a key role in helping the child access learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN, adapting to their individual needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and wider school staff to ensure the best outcomes for the pupil.

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery or similar setting is desirable.
• Previous experience supporting children with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
• Patient, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one through Teaching Personnel.

• Competitive hourly pay.
• A long-term role with the potential to become permanent.
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey.

If you're passionate about supporting young learners and want to be part of a welcoming school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and start making a real difference in the classroom!

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.
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