Job description
Learning Support Assistant
Prospero Teaching is seeking a patient and motivated Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils in the Southampton area. This long‑term role involves providing additional classroom support to students 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 is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys helping young people overcome barriers to learning in a structured and supportive environment.
This role is well suited to candidates with experience in support roles, care, youth work, SEN settings, or graduates looking to gain meaningful school‑based experience before moving into teaching, psychology, or related pathways.
The Role:
1. Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils who require extra assistance
2. Support pupils with classroom activities, lessons, and daily routines
3. Help students stay focused, calm, and engaged in learning
4. Encourage confidence, independence, and positive behaviour
5. Assist teachers with implementing learning and support strategies
6. Support emotional regulation 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 supporting varying needs
10. Strong communication and teamwork skills
11. Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
12. Adaptable and reliable in a school setting
13. Graduates in psychology, education, or child‑related subjects encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
14. Position: Learning Support Assistant
15. Location: Southampton
16. Start Date: ASAP
17. Hours: Full‑time, term‑time
18. Pay Rate: £ – £ per hour
19. Contract: Long‑term
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
20. Experience with children desirable
21. SEN experience beneficial but not essential
22. Safeguarding training can be provided
Eligibility:
23. Right to work in the UK
24. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
25. Two relevant references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
26. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
27. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
28. Long‑term opportunities with potential progression
29. A rewarding role supporting pupils who benefit from additional guidance
If you’re looking for a meaningful support role in Southampton, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.