Learning Support Assistant (Part Time)

Location: Fareham

 Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Term Time Only (39 weeks) Part time pm hours

Pay: £14.25 per hour

A friendly and inclusive primary school is looking for a warm, committed Learning Support Assistant to join its team. The school supports a diverse community and is proud of its nurturing, relationship‑centred approach. Following recent positive external reviews, the school is continuing to grow and develop, making this an exciting time to join.

You will help children to flourish academically, socially and emotionally, with full training and guidance provided.

What We’re Looking For:

• CACHE‑ Early Yearsor an equivalent childcare qualification would be beneficial
• Paediatric First Aid is helpful but can be completed during employment
• Experience supporting children in a school, nursery or childcare environment is an advantage
• A caring, patient and relationship‑focused approach to working with young learners
• Clear and confident communication when working with pupils, colleagues and families
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and follow professional guidance
• A willingness to learn, develop and take part in ongoing training
• Understanding of safeguarding expectations and the need for confidentiality
• Reliable, organised and able to use initiative appropriately

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils’ learning by reinforcing teaching and helping children stay engaged
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation in line with school values
• Follow strategies recommended by external professionals to meet individual needs
• Motivate pupils to participate actively and build confidence in their learning
• Build trusting, supportive relationships that help remove barriers to progress
• Work with pupils individually or in small groups to strengthen understanding
• Deliver structured interventions under the direction of the SENDCo and class teacher
• Assist with a short lunchtime supervision duty (30 minutes)
• Maintain professionalism, discretion and accurate record‑keeping
• Carry out additional tasks appropriate to the role as required

Benefits of working with Supply Desk:

• Competitive salary
• Work with an experienced and knowledgeable recruiter
• Free access to CPD opportunities and training on areas such as positive behaviour management, Trauma, Speech and language and many others  
• Contributory pension scheme

If you think this is the right role for you please click the apply button below or email Hampshire@supplydesk.co.uk

Contact information

Emma Bonney