LSA

Learning Support Assistant (SEMH) – Secondary School, Southampton

Hours: 8:15am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time or 4 days per week
Start: As soon as possible
Location: Southampton
Initial Contract: Via Teaching Personnel, with opportunity to move onto a permanent school contract after probation

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)?
A therapeutic, nurturing secondary school in Southampton is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team. This specialised setting provides a holistic and therapeutic approach to education, supporting pupils who may struggle to thrive in mainstream environments.

What We’re Looking For

You must have previous experience working with children or young people with additional needs. We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including:

Care

Hospital or clinical support

Youth work

Alternative provision or SEND settings

SEMH/SEND school experience

Role Responsibilities

Support pupils with SEMH needs in both 1:1 and small-group settings

Implement therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches

Collaborate with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies

Build positive, trusting and consistent relationships with pupils

Help create a safe, emotionally supportive learning environment

What We Offer

Competitive daily rates through Teaching Personnel

Full training and ongoing professional development

Support from experienced consultants

The opportunity to transition into a permanent contract with the school after a successful probation period

This is a highly rewarding role for individuals who are patient, resilient, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

Interested? Apply today to join a committed, supportive team making a meaningful impact in Southampton.

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.

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