Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) – SEN School (Primary & Secondary)

Location: Andover
Hours: Full-time
Pay: £13.75 per hour

We are looking for dedicated and caring Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join a specialist SEN school in Andover, supporting primary and secondary aged pupils with a range of needs including autism, learning difficulties, and associated additional needs.

This is a rewarding role within a nurturing and structured school environment, where pupils are supported through personalised learning approaches to help them achieve their full potential.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups across primary and secondary age ranges
• Assisting with differentiated learning activities tailored to individual needs
• Supporting communication, sensory regulation, and emotional development
• Encouraging independence, engagement, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Experience in a SEN setting is helpful but not essential
• An interest in supporting children and young people with autism and learning difficulties
• A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in education, care, support work, or similar roles is advantageous

• Full-time, ongoing position
• Competitive pay of £13.75 per hour
• Training and ongoing professional development provided
• Supportive team and well‑resourced SEN environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils’ lives

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional educational needs and are seeking a fulfilling full‑time role in Andover, we would love to hear from you.

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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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