Learning Support Assistants (Primary and Secondary Age)

Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Start Date: September 2025 (subject to clearance checks)

Special Education Needs schools in Portsmouth are looking for caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support children with a range of additional needs. The schools that we work with provide specialist education for pupils requiring tailored support to overcome social, emotional, and learning challenges.

The schools that we work with cater to children and young people from primary through to secondary age, focusing on developing communication, independence, and social skills alongside academic progress. The pupils often have complex learning difficulties and disabilities, and the nurturing environment ensures every child is supported to reach their full potential.

Role Overview:
Teaching Assistants will work closely with classroom staff to provide hands-on support for pupils' learning and development. The role involves assisting with classroom activities, supporting communication and behaviour management, and helping children engage positively in their learning.

Key Requirements:

Willingness to support children with special educational needs (SEN)

Background in support work, nurseries or similar will also be considered

Ability to work flexibly with primary and secondary age pupils

Must have a Child Workforce DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one at own cost

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Full availability to start now or in September, pending clearance to work checks

Benefits:

Hourly rate of £13.75

Opportunity to work in a supportive, specialist environment

Training and development opportunities provided

Full-time and part-time roles available

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply as soon as possible. All schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all appointments will be subject to satisfactory DBS clearance. Please submit an up to date CV.

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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