Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Bournemouth

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our specialist college setting in Bournemouth.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with students aged 16–25 who have a range of additional needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and associated challenges. You will play a vital role in supporting students both academically and pastorally, helping them to develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide one-to-one and small group support in classroom and vocational settings
Assist students with their individual learning goals and EHCP targets
Support communication, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour strategies
Promote independence, social skills, and preparation for adulthood
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider multidisciplinary team
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A caring, patient, and adaptable approach
Experience working with young people with additional needs, ideally in an education setting but we will also consider youth work and care settings
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A genuine passion for inclusive education
In return, we offer a supportive working environment, ongoing training and development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and ready to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.

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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