Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 13 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 October 2025 |
| Location: | Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 0BW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | e4900d58-3369-4f1b-b0f0-c691e5850f08 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our supportive team and work with pupils in Year 6 with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting pupils who require additional help with their learning in core subjects (reading, writing, and maths). You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to help pupils accelerate their progress, build confidence, and develop strategies for independent learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN, particularly in English and Maths.
• Adapt and scaffold learning to meet individual needs.
• Support pupils to develop focus, resilience, and confidence in their learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and parents to ensure consistent support and progress.
• Encourage positive attitudes to learning and help pupils prepare for transition to secondary school.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience of working with primary-aged pupils, ideally with SEN.
• Understands how to support children to overcome barriers to learning.
• Is patient, proactive, and passionate about helping all children achieve their potential.
• Has good communication and organisational skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s learning and future success.
If you are committed to supporting children to thrive and achieve, we would love to hear from you.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our supportive team and work with pupils in Year 6 with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting pupils who require additional help with their learning in core subjects (reading, writing, and maths). You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to help pupils accelerate their progress, build confidence, and develop strategies for independent learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN, particularly in English and Maths.
• Adapt and scaffold learning to meet individual needs.
• Support pupils to develop focus, resilience, and confidence in their learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and parents to ensure consistent support and progress.
• Encourage positive attitudes to learning and help pupils prepare for transition to secondary school.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience of working with primary-aged pupils, ideally with SEN.
• Understands how to support children to overcome barriers to learning.
• Is patient, proactive, and passionate about helping all children achieve their potential.
• Has good communication and organisational skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s learning and future success.
If you are committed to supporting children to thrive and achieve, we would love to hear from you.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.