Job Description:

Learning Support Assistant

Role: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Lymington (driving essential)
Working Hours: Full-time (8:30am – 3:30pm)
Pay: £20,974

Start Date: September (temp to perm)

About the School & Role:

In this role you will be working as a Learning Support Assistant in a specialist setting, supporting children with moderate learning needs, including autism, in a structured and nurturing environment. The school provides personalised, inclusive education for pupils aged 7-16, with a strong focus on communication, independence and emotional wellbeing. In this role, you will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored learning activities, support pupils on a one-to-one and small group basis, and help implement individual education and behaviour plans. Daily responsibilities include adapting resources to meet a range of needs, using visual and sensory strategies, supporting communication development, and assisting pupils with transitions throughout the day. You will also help manage behaviour in a calm, consistent manner, encourage positive interactions, and provide emotional reassurance, playing a key role in creating a safe and engaging environment where every child can learn and thrive.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience of working with pupils with SEND (or transferrable skills)
• A passion for working in education
• A caring, patient nature
• Friendly and nurturing qualities
• Comfortable delivering personal care

What we offer
As a Learning Support Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from: 

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Pension contributions. 
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us:
We are a leading education supply agency dedicated to supporting young learners. As part of The Edwin Group—named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025—we pride ourselves on fostering inclusive, supportive workplaces. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

If you’re ready to inspire change and help empower young people with unique challenges, apply now!

Join us in shaping a brighter future.

How to Apply:
If you’re a motivated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant eager to work in a rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply via this website, contact us on (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed) for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!

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