via reed · 28 May 2026 ·9 days ago

Learning Support for additional needs - flexible working

Teaching Personnel
Southampton Contract GBP 27,787 – 28,860
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Learning Support Assistant – Flexible Supply Work (1–5 Days Per Week) Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work within specialist schools across Southampton.

We are looking for caring, resilient and adaptable individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people with additional needs.

Our partner schools cater for pupils with:

  • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

  • ADHD

  • Speech and Language difficulties

  • SEMH needs

  • Complex learning difficulties

  • Medical needs

This role is ideal for somebody looking for flexible work, whether you are available 1 day per week or full-time.

The Role:

  • Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis

  • Encouraging engagement and emotional regulation

  • Assisting with learning activities tailored to individual needs

  • Helping to create a safe and positive learning environment

What We’re Looking For:
  • Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals preferred

  • Patient, empathetic and reliable nature

  • Ability to build positive relationships

  • Comfortable working within specialist settings

Pay:
£14.25 per hour

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

  • Flexible work to suit your schedule

  • Opportunities across a variety of specialist schools

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

  • Possibility of long-term and permanent opportunities

If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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