Learning Support Assistant

Do you have a passion for supporting young people with additional needs? Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant who is ready to step into a rewarding specialist education environment?

We are recruiting for a full-time supply position based in Blandford Forum
, commencing in September 2026
, with the possibility of an earlier start for the right candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is confident working within SEND settings and can quickly become an effective part of an established team.

We are looking for someone with proven experience who can hit the ground running
, bringing enthusiasm, resilience and a proactive approach to every school day.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve meaningful progress.

Working alongside teaching staff and other professionals, you'll provide personalised support that enables learners to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Your day may involve delivering one-to-one support, leading small group activities, adapting classroom resources to suit individual learning needs, encouraging independence, promoting communication skills and celebrating every achievement, no matter how big or small. You'll also contribute towards creating a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed.

Every pupil is unique, so you'll need to be adaptable, patient and able to tailor your approach to meet a wide variety of learning styles and additional needs.

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• A positive, compassionate and resilient outlook.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The confidence to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• A genuine commitment to helping pupils achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will be dependable, flexible and ready to make an immediate contribution from the beginning of their placement.

At Teaching Personnel, we understand the value of exceptional support staff.

That's why we offer competitive weekly pay, a dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement, free CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills, access to the MyTP online portal, pension contributions where applicable, and the opportunity to secure long-term or permanent employment.

If you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or call and ask for Himaya to discuss the role in more detail.

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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