Learning Support for SEMH

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Primary SEMH Setting
Location: Southampton
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Contract: Temporary via Teaching Personnel with the opportunity to go permanent after a successful probation period

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking dedicated and resilient Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist primary school offering exceptional support to its pupils and staff.

About the Role

Work within small class groups with a high LSA-to-pupil ratio

Support pupils with SEMH and additional learning needs

Receive daily CPD, fully funded by the school, ensuring continuous professional development

School finish time varies between 3:00pm and 4:30pm to accommodate CPD sessions

Work initially through Teaching Personnel, with a view to becoming permanent following a successful probation period

Requirements

Prior experience working with children with additional needs — professional or personal

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

A patient, nurturing approach and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children with SEMH

Why Join?

Supportive leadership and collaborative staff team

High staff-to-pupil ratio for a positive, manageable working environment

Exceptional, ongoing CPD designed to help you grow in your career

A clear pathway to a permanent position

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate and ready to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to begin your journey.

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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.

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