Job description
Learning Support Assistant – Portsmouth
Prospero Teaching is seeking a reliable and caring Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in the Portsmouth area. This long‑term role involves working with children who may require additional help with learning, confidence, concentration, emotional regulation, or accessing the curriculum.
You will work alongside teachers and support staff to provide tailored assistance throughout the school day, helping pupils feel supported, engaged, and able to make progress in a structured classroom environment. This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys helping young people overcome challenges and succeed academically and socially.
The role is well suited to individuals from care, support work, youth services, SEN settings, or graduates seeking meaningful experience within education, psychology, or child‑related careers.
The Role:
1. Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils needing additional help
2. Assist pupils with classroom tasks, learning activities, and routines
3. Help students maintain focus, confidence, and engagement
4. Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
5. Work closely with teachers to support learning strategies
6. Encourage independence, resilience, and social development
7. Contribute to a calm, inclusive and supportive learning environment
Ideal Candidate:
8. Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals
9. Calm, patient, and confident in a classroom setting
10. Strong communication and teamwork skills
11. Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
12. Adaptable and reliable
13. Passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential
14. Psychology, education, or child‑related graduates encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
15. Position: Learning Support Assistant
16. Location: Portsmouth
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 preferred
22. SEN 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 additional guidance
If you’re looking for a meaningful support role in Portsmouth we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.