Learning Support Assistant – Full Time
Are you an experienced professional who is passionate about helping children succeed? We are looking for a committed Learning Support Assistant to join our specialist educational setting in Bournemouth.
This full-time role is ideal for someone who is confident, resilient, and motivated to support pupils with additional needs in a nurturing, structured environment.
What the role involves:
Providing one-to-one and small-group support to children between the ages of 4-11 with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
Assisting teachers with learning activities and tailored interventions
Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and emotional regulation
Contributing to behaviour support strategies and positive routines
Working collaboratively with a skilled, supportive team
We are looking for someone who:
Has previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN or behavioural needs, those with a background in youth work or sports coaching will also be considered
Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships
Can remain calm under pressure and use a proactive, solution-focused approach
Is reliable, patient, and dedicated to helping every pupil achieve their potential
If you have the experience, enthusiasm, and commitment to make a real impact, we’d 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.
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