Job description
Learning Support Assistant
Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils in the Andover area. This long‑term role involves providing additional support to children who may need help with learning, confidence, emotional regulation, or accessing the curriculum.
You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils throughout the school day, offering reassurance, guidance, and tailored assistance where required. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive in a structured, supportive environment.
This position suits individuals with experience in support roles, care, youth work, SEN, or graduates looking to gain meaningful school‑based experience before moving into teaching, psychology, or related fields.
The Role:
1. Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils who require additional help
2. Assist pupils with classroom activities, learning tasks, and routines
3. Help students stay focused, confident, and engaged during lessons
4. Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
5. Work alongside teachers and support staff to implement learning strategies
6. Encourage independence, resilience, and social development
7. Contribute to a calm, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment
Ideal Candidate:
8. Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals
9. Calm, patient, and confident supporting varied learning needs
10. Strong communication and teamwork skills
11. Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
12. Adaptable and reliable in a classroom setting
13. Passionate about supporting young people to succeed
14. Graduates in psychology, education, or child‑related subjects encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
15. Position: Learning Support Assistant
16. Location: Andover
17. Start Date: ASAP
18. Hours: Full‑time, term‑time
19. Pay Rate: £ – £ per hour
20. Contract: Long‑term
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
21. Experience with children desirable
22. SEND experience beneficial but not essential
23. Safeguarding training can be provided
Eligibility:
24. Right to work in the UK
25. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
26. Two relevant references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
27. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
28. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
29. Long‑term opportunities with potential progression
30. A rewarding role supporting pupils who benefit from extra guidance
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.