Learning Support Assistant

Secondary Learning Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a dedicated and adaptable Secondary Learning Support Assistant to work in a secondary school setting in Southampton until the end of the summer term. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting students across KS3 and KS4 with a range of needs, including educational, emotional, and pastoral support.

Support may involve 1:1 work with individual students or assisting within a classroom environment. Daily timetables are provided each morning, so flexibility and a proactive approach are essential. This role is ideal for someone confident working in secondary education and able to adapt to changing priorities throughout the school day.

The Role:

Provide 1:1 support for individual students when required
Support learning within the classroom alongside the teacher
Offer emotional, moral, and educational support to pupils
Help students stay focused, engaged, and confident
Support behaviour, routines, and transitions throughout the day
Complete required training and record‑keeping using IT systems
Work flexibly with daily timetables issued each morning
Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with young people, ideally in a secondary school setting
Confident supporting students both individually and within a class
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Calm, flexible, and able to adapt to daily changes
Reasonable IT capability and comfortable completing online training
Supportive, reliable, and a positive role model
Able to work effectively as part of a wider team

Contract Details:

Position: Secondary Learning Support Assistant
Location: Southampton
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: Until the end of the summer term
Working Pattern: Full‑time, term‑time
Pay Rate: £14.66 - £15.66 per hour
Key Stages: KS3-KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

Experience working with secondary‑aged students beneficial
Reasonable IT skills required
Safeguarding training can be provided

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
A supportive and professional recruitment process
Opportunities for future long‑term or permanent rolesIf you're looking for a short‑term secondary LSA role in Southampton where you can make a real impact between now and the end of the summer term, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed