Job Vacancy: Full-Time Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School, Portsmouth

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education journey? A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Portsmouth is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis, starting ASAP.

📍 Location: Portsmouth
🕒 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 15:30pm
📅 Start Date: Immediate
📘 Contract Type: Long-term (with potential for permanent placement)

About the Role:

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students with a range of learning needs, helping them to access the curriculum and reach their full potential. This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about inclusive education.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide tailored support to students in and out of the classroom
Assist with lesson preparation and classroom activities
Support students with special educational needs and/or disabilities
Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with secondary-aged students (preferred)
Understanding of SEN and inclusive practices
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

A supportive and friendly school environment
Opportunities for professional development
Long-term stability with potential for permanent placement
The chance to make a meaningful impact on young livesProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy