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SEN Learning Support Assistant – Long-Term Opportunity – Southampton Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to join one of our specialist partner schools in Southampton on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for somebody passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people, with the potential for a permanent role within the school.

The specialist setting caters for pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, complex learning needs and medical needs. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to build confidence and achieve their full potential.

The Role:

  • Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups

  • Assisting pupils both academically and emotionally throughout the school day

  • Helping students regulate emotions and engage positively in learning

  • Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals

  • Promoting a safe, structured and nurturing environment

The Ideal Candidate:
  • Experience within SEN, education, care or support work desirable

  • Positive, patient and proactive attitude

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations

  • Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Pay:
£14.25 per hour

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

  • Long-term consistent work

  • Opportunity to secure a permanent contract

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

  • Valuable experience within specialist education settings

  • Rewarding role making a real difference to young people

If you are looking for a fulfilling long-term role within specialist education, 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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